Tuition & Fees
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 receives financial gift assistance from KCU averaging $11,138 per student.
See some examples of Institutional Scholarships
The average financial aid package at KCU is $21,031 in assistance.
2020-2021 Tuition Cost
| Resident Cost (BEFORE Financial Aid) |
Commuter Cost (BEFORE Financial Aid) |
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|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $20,600 based on block tuition (12-18 hours per semester); credit hour rate outside block range $655 per credit hour |
$20,600 based on block tuition (12-18 hours per semester); credit hour rate outside block range $655 per credit hour |
| Room & Board | $8700 | – |
| Fees | $600 | $600 |
| Books | $1200 | $1200 |
| TOTAL (before Financial Aid) | $31,100 | $22,400 |
| Average financial aid package | $21,031 | $21,031 |
| Average out of pocket costs (Before Parent PLUS) |
$10,069 | $1,369 |
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.
2020-2021 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 $655 per semester credit hour. Audited courses are $300 per semester hour.*Does not take into account block tuition (12-18 hours per semester); credit hour rate outside block range $655 per credit hour. |
$655 per 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. |
$600 per 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 Student 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.Weekdays:Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., 9:00pm – 10:00pm 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.*A commuter plan is available for meals only and can be purchased from the Business Office. |
Continuous service meal plan $4,350 per 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. |
$455-$575/month |
Classroom Fees (on a per semester basis)
| Private Music Lessons (Voice, Piano, Instrument) (Lesson Fee ($150)+ Practice Room Fee ($85) = TOTAL) |
$235 |
| Special Music Student Fee For those students taking special longer private music classes. |
$75 |
| Nursing Assessment & Program Fee | $730 per semester |
| Science Lab (Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry) | $175 |
| Student Teaching | $545 |
| Unscheduled Fees Various fees will be assessed for field trips and other miscellaneous academic services. Students will be notified of such fees upon registration. |
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Miscellaneous Fees (on a per semester basis)
| First Time Student Fee One-time fee for incoming Freshmen and transfer students on campus. |
$175 |
| Foundations for Success One time fee for on campus Freshmen. |
$150 |
| International Student Fee | $30 |
| General Students Services Fee | $300 |
| Transcripts | $5 |
| First-Time Online Student Service Fee | $150 |
