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Asbury University

Asbury University

Wilmore, KY · Town · 1,420 students
Website Common App Scorecard
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$21,401
Average net priceYour net price
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
65%
Graduation rate
50% typical
$42,368
Earnings 10 years on
$48,772 typical
63%
Acceptance rate
77% typical · not scored
Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
About

Located in Wilmore, Kentucky, Asbury University is a private Christian liberal arts institution best known for its deeply rooted spiritual heritage, highlighted historically by spontaneous, student-led campus revivals. Academically, Asbury distinguishes itself through its nationally recognized School of Communication Arts—particularly its high-caliber film and media production programs—alongside standout offerings in equine studies, business, and education. The campus culture is defined by intentional Christian discipleship, small-town camaraderie, and accessible faculty mentorship. Setting the university apart are its distinctive hands-on opportunities, such as its specialized service-mount equine training program and robust media partnerships that regularly send students to work production at major global broadcasts like the Olympic Games.

Wikipedia:Asbury University is a private Christian university in Wilmore, Kentucky, United States. Although it is not affiliated with a particular denomination, Asbury University is aligned with the Wesleyan-Holiness movement of Methodism. The school offers 50-plus majors across 17 departments. In the fall of 2016, Asbury University had a total enrollment of 1,854: 1,640 traditional undergraduate students and 214 graduate students. The campus of Asbury Theological Seminary, which became a separate institution in 1922, is located across the street from Asbury University.

Location
Wilmore, KY, 40390-1198 · Town campus
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Nearest airport from college
CVG · Cincinnati
82 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$33,640
Housing & food (on campus)$10,804
Books & supplies$1,200
Cost of attendance$49,986
Average net price$21,401
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$33,640
Housing & food (on campus)$10,804
Books & supplies$1,200
Cost of attendance$49,986
Average net price$21,401
Source: U.S. College Scorecard · published total: www.asbury.edu
How it’s made up
Tuition$33,744
Fees$598
Housing$6,894
Food$4,098
Books & supplies$1,200
Personal expenses$1,590
Transportation$1,862
Total published by the school$49,986
Net price by family income
$0–30k
$18,455
$30–48k
$18,280
$48–75k
$18,724
$75–110k
$21,296
$110k+
$25,958
Grants from the school
99% of first-years get a grant from the school, averaging $20,252
Source: College Navigator (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS)
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
65%
Within 4 yrs
56%
Back for yr 2
83%
Transferred
21%
Pell students: 52.5% · others: 72.2% 
8 yrs after starting
68% graduated · 21% transferred · 1% still enrolled · 10% left or unknown
Earnings
6 yrs after entry$35,563
10 yrs after entry$42,368
Debt
Median at graduation$24,028
Monthly payment$255
Middle 50% owe$8.7k–$27k
90th percentile$33,000
Green marks a figure above the typical Master's (small programs): 50% graduate within 6 yrs.
Admissions
Getting in
Admit rate
63%
Test policy
Not required
Admitted students
Admit rate: men 57.6% · women 68.1% 
Yield: 26.1% of admitted students enroll 

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Essay prompts

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Student Body
Gender
Men 38%Women 62%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
13 : 1
Pell grant
28%
First-gen
24%
Family income
$55,322
Independent
28%
Age at entry
23.0
Part-time
10%
Where first-years come from
In state (KY)
52.6%
Out of state
41.8%
International
5.6%

Most out-of-state first-years from: IN 22 · OH 18 · NC 11 · TN 10 · IL 7

Race & ethnicity
White
76%
Hispanic
7%
Black
4%
Asian
2%
Two or more
3%
Non-resident
6%
Unknown
2%
Varsity sports
NCAA Division III without football
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Cross Country
    Men's · Women's
  • Golf
    Men's
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Swimming
    Men's · Women's
  • Tennis
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field (Indoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field (Outdoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs
After 6 yrs
$35,563
After 10 yrs
$42,368
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication39
Business Administration, Management and Operations30
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services22
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness20
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods17
Social Work16
Psychology, General12
Business/Commerce, General9
Accounting and Related Services9
Marketing9
Communication and Media Studies8
Educational/Instructional Media Design7
Biology, General7
Finance and Financial Management Services6
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology5
Sociology5
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$78M
Full-time faculty
46%
Faculty salary
$7,374/mo
Teaching spend
$10,617
per student
Federal loans
41%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (small programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions

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