Cost of an Education at KCU

At KCU, we strive to keep costs affordable and continue to provide you with private Christian education at a much lower cost than the average private institution.

One of the biggest mistakes you can make is to assume that you can not afford to attend a school because of the price tag alone!

Kentucky Christian University IS an affordable option for you. Every student who meets catalog requirements and applies for admission by June 1st receives financial gift assistance from KCU averaging $3000 per student.

See some examples of Institutional Scholarships.

The average financial aid package at KCU is $11,202 in assistance.

2010-2011 Tuition Cost

	Resident Cost (BEFORE Financial Aid)	Commuter Cost (BEFORE Financial Aid)
Tuition	$14,976 based on 32 hours (16 per semester)	$14,976 based on 32 hours (16 per semester)
Room & Board	$6,200	-
Fees	$200	$200
Books	$1100	$1100
TOTAL	$22,476 before financial aid	$16,276 before financial aid
Average financial aid package	$11,202	$11,202
Average out of pocket costs (Before Parent PLUS or Unsubsidized loans)	$11,274	$5,074

Your Enrollment Counselor is prepared to help you and your family work through the financial aid process. Please feel free to call us at 1-800-522-3181 to set up a time to visit campus and discover the financial aid opportunities that await you.

2010-2011 Student Fee Schedule

Kentucky Christian University makes every effort to keep the cost to students at a minimum in order to provide a Christian college education to all who desire it. To accomplish this aim, the Board of Trustees has approved a moderate tuition fee which does not cover the entire cost of instruction. The remainder of the cost (approximately $5,000 per student per year) is realized through the contributions of Christian people giving as congregations and as individuals. Students are expected to respect and honor the generosity of KCU contributors by evidencing a serious intent in their preparation by promptly meeting their own financial obligations.

Basic Fees

Tuition The cost of education at Kentucky Christian University is $468 per semester credit hour. Audited courses are $234.00 per semester hour.	$468/credit hour
Books This is an approximate cost. The actual cost being determined by the courses taken and the availability of used texts. Books, as well as supplies and personal items, are available at the KCU Bookstore.	$550/semester
Room and Board The room portion of the fee is based on at least double occupancy. Private rooms may be available. Contact the Director of Residence Services for further details. The board portion of the fee is based on full use of the Cafeteria by every student living in the University's dormitory facilities. The Unlimited Access Continuous Service Meal Plan is available Monday through Friday at the times noted below. Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Weekends: Saturday Brunch: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Saturday Dinner: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sunday Brunch: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Sunday Dinner 7:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.	Continuous service meal plan $3,100/semester
Dormitory Housing Deposit Upon acceptance, this deposit is due and payable by resident students.	$100
Married Student Housing Monthly rent includes water and sewer services. All other utilities and services are paid by occupants.	$405-$525 /month

Classroom Fees (on a per semester basis)

Private Music Lessons (Voice, Piano, Instrument) (Lesson Fee + Practice Room Fee = TOTAL)	$120 + $85 = $205
Special Music Student Fee For those students taking special longer private music classes.	$65
Nursing	$450
Science Lab (Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry)	$170
Student Teaching	$400
Unscheduled Fees Various fees will be assessed for field trips and other miscellaneous academic services. Students will be notified of such fees upon registration.	-

Miscellaneous Fees (on a per semester basis)

Assessment Fee One-time fee for incoming freshmen and transfer students.	$170
Commuter Parking Fee	$32
Graduation Fee To be charged at registration the Fall Semester prior to graduation.	$85
International Student Fee	$25
Late Registration Fee	$50
General Student Services, Technology, and Health Services Fee	$100
Change of Schedule Charge per course changed.	$10
Transcripts	$5

Insurance*

Required, provided student is not personally insured. The cost for a single student in 2009-2010 is indicated at right. For a married couple, charges are based on the number of covered dependents. The cost of coverage will probably increase but cannot be confirmed at this time.

approx. $325/year

*Most students are covered by their parents policy and in effect, no additional charge is added to the student account.