University of the Cumberlands Acceptance Rate & Tuition
University of the Cumberlands is a private research university in Williamsburg, Kentucky, serving roughly 6,941 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 98.81% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $45,036 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $9,875
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,107 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 98.81% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,941 83.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 50.43%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 39.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 18.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 22.7%
- Average ACT Score: 21
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 10,065
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,281
- Room & Board: $9,300 annual estimate
University of the Cumberlands: what the data shows
Common questions about University of the Cumberlands, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of the Cumberlands?
University of the Cumberlands is located in Williamsburg, KY (ZIP 40769).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is University of the Cumberlands public or private?
University of the Cumberlands is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of the Cumberlands cost?
Published tuition: $9,875.
Average net price after aid: $14,107.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,736 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,147 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,572 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $16,441 |
| $110,001+ | $18,846 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $39,500.
How hard is it to get into University of the Cumberlands?
Admission rate: 98.81%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of the Cumberlands?
Total enrollment: 6,941 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 10,065 students.
Graduate enrollment: 14,508 students.
About 84% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of the Cumberlands?
150%-time completion rate: 50.43%.
First-year retention: 74.3%.
What do graduates of University of the Cumberlands earn?
Median earnings: $39,046 six years after entry; $45,036 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $14,911.
53.38% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of the Cumberlands known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Information Technology (1,025 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (485 completions)
- Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other (422 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (408 completions)
- Educational Administration and Supervision, Other (394 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (304 completions)
- General Studies (278 completions)
- Counseling Psychology (245 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (237 completions)
- Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services (223 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of the Cumberlands a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 98.81%; completion rate 50.43%; median earnings $45,036 at 10 years; net price $14,107. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$9,875
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of the Cumberlands was $9,875.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,107
2024 Value
In 2024 University of the Cumberlands had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,107.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$56,428 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,107 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$39,500 4-Year Tuition
$9,300 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$19,175 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$76,700 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of the Cumberlands.
Financial Aid by Income Level
53.38% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
67.88% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of the Cumberlands was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of the Cumberlands in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $20,000 | $20,000 | $17,011 |
| 2014 | $20,000 | $20,000 | $16,825 |
| 2015 | $21,000 | $21,000 | $16,357 |
| 2016 | $23,000 | $23,000 | $17,901 |
| 2017 | $23,000 | $23,000 | $19,509 |
| 2018 | $23,000 | $23,000 | $17,953 |
| 2019 | $9,875 | $9,875 | $16,894 |
| 2020 | $9,875 | $9,875 | $13,476 |
| 2021 | $9,875 | $9,875 | $14,654 |
| 2022 | $9,875 | $9,875 | $13,835 |
| 2023 | $9,875 | $9,875 | $11,286 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
98.81% Acceptance Rate
4,281 Total Applicants
3,056 Students Admitted
645 First-Time Students Enrolled
21.11% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of the Cumberlands reported total enrollment of about 6,941 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 32% male and 68% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (81.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (6.8%), and Black or African American (5.4%). About 53.38% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 39.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
83.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of the Cumberlands in 2024 is 6,941 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 10,065 students. Graduate enrollment is about 14,508 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
74.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 81.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
40.13% 100% Completion Time
50.43% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 40.13% of students graduating from University of the Cumberlands completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Information Technology: 69% male / 31% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 60% male / 40% female
- Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other: 65% male / 35% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of the Cumberlands.
Return on Investment
$14,911 Median Student Debt
$45,036 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
33.11% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
698.11% Return on Investment
3.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of the Cumberlands.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 63 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Information Technology: 1,025 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 485 completions
3. Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other: 422 completions
4. Elementary Education and Teaching: 408 completions
5. Educational Administration and Supervision, Other: 394 completions
6. Special Education and Teaching, General: 304 completions
7. General Studies: 278 completions
8. Counseling Psychology: 245 completions
9. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 237 completions
Most popular programs at University of the Cumberlands.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of the Cumberlands graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of the Cumberlands from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 22.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,548
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $2,932
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of the Cumberlands is a private non-profit institution located in Williamsburg, KY, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Information Technology, Business Administration and Management, General, Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other. Enrollment is approximately 6,941 students. Student body composition includes White (81.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (6.8%), Black or African American (5.4%). The admission rate is 98.81%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 21. The 150%-time completion rate is 50.43%. Approximately 53.38% of students receive Pell Grants. About 39.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Williamsburg, KY 40769
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 63 distinct degree programs, University of the Cumberlands provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of the Cumberlands located?
University of the Cumberlands is located in Williamsburg, KY.
What is University of the Cumberlands's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of the Cumberlands is 98.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,281 applicants and 3,056 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of the Cumberlands cost?
Reported tuition is $9,875 and average net price is $14,107 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,300 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of the Cumberlands?
University of the Cumberlands reports undergraduate enrollment of about 10,065 students, White (81.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (6.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of the Cumberlands?
About 39.8% of students at University of the Cumberlands are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of the Cumberlands?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of the Cumberlands reports midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of University of the Cumberlands earn?
Median earnings are $39,046 six years after entry and $45,036 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of the Cumberlands?
The 150%-time completion rate is 50.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of the Cumberlands students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $14,911.
Is University of the Cumberlands public or private?
University of the Cumberlands is a private nonprofit institution located in Williamsburg, KY.
Is University of the Cumberlands an HBCU?
No. University of the Cumberlands is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of the Cumberlands a tribal college?
No. University of the Cumberlands is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Kentucky college costs
- Kentucky colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Kentucky
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.