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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Campbellsville, KY

Campbellsville University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in KY. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$26,990

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

98.3%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

43.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$41,583

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Campbellsville University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Campbellsville, KY. With a competitive tuition profile of $26,990, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 43.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$107,960

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

9.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$11,583

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$7,870

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$123,700

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 44%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Campbellsville University is $17,156.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.2%
41.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
68.0%
Black
14.7%
International
9.3%
Unknown
4.1%
Hispanic
2.1%
Asian
1.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Two or more
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$26,990

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$16,491
$30k - $48k$17,707
$48k - $75k$16,425
$75k+$20,863

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$17,156
Pell Grant Recipients21.5%
Using Federal Loans20.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment44.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,088
Avg. Pell Grant$4,864
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,619
Avg. Institutional Grant$12,215
Students Receiving Grants93.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

59.8%

Success

43.8%

In-State Cost

$26,990

Age 25+ Students

11.6%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

1,027 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Campbellsville (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Campbellsville (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.