About University of the Cumberlands

Founded in 1888, University of the Cumberlands. is a Private college. Located in Kentucky, which is a city setting in Kentucky, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 3,041 full time undergraduate students, and 4,611 full time graduate students.

The University of the Cumberlands Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 17:1. There are 162 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at University of the Cumberlands include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate70%
Application Deadline
Application Fee30
SAT Range870-1090
ACT Range19-25

Admissions at UC are considered Selective, with ,5% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 18 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

73% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 43% were in the top quarter, and 18% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at University of the Cumberlands.

7%
“We”re apathetic”
29%
“We know about current events and vote”
57%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
7%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
7%
“We save it for the classroom”
29%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
14%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
14%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
86%
“I feel extremely safe”
7%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
36%
“We bought the gear”
57%
“We live for the big game”
7%
“It”s not really our thing”
36%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
50%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
7%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
43%
“They keep regular office hours”
57%
“They”re always available”
79%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
14%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
7%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
29%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
21%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
50%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
43%
“There might be people who do”
7%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
7%
“We”re apathetic”
29%
“We know about current events and vote”
57%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
7%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
7%
“We save it for the classroom”
29%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
14%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
14%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
86%
“I feel extremely safe”
7%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
36%
“We bought the gear”
57%
“We live for the big game”
7%
“It”s not really our thing”
36%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
50%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
7%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
43%
“They keep regular office hours”
57%
“They”re always available”
79%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
14%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
7%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
29%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
21%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
50%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
43%
“There might be people who do”
7%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    22 Students rated on-campus housing 3.7 stars. 14 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    19 Students rated off-campus housing 2.2 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    23 Students rated campus food 3.1 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    24 Students rated campus facilities 4 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    24 Students rated class size 4.4 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    24 Students rated school activities 3.6 stars. 21 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    24 Students rated local services 3.4 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    24 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 42 % gave the school a 5.0.

University of the Cumberlands REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of University of the Cumberlands?

13 Students rated University of the Cumberlands

Sarah - 01/19/2022

This is a pathetic excuse for an educational institution. All they focus on is controlling students and forcing their own ideas on them. If you don't fit into with their specific idea of Christianity, you're disgusting. The academics are a joke, nothing is truly taught. This school feels like attending high school all over again, its very authoritarian.

Harriett - 03/02/2020

The U of the Cumberlands is a great school. The school is very affordable and beautiful, located in Kentucky. The academics are excellent, not to mention the accessibility of the faculty. I encourage anyone to go and visit the campus, talk to students, and faculty.

Breanna - 09/26/2019

For the longest time I had no idea where I wanted to go to college. Cumberlands was always an option, but I never looked into them that much. I wish I would have gotten more involved with them earlier in high school. I attend there now and I can say so far in my life it is one of the best choices I have made in my life. This university is very great academics and in athletics or anything you look at really, I haven’t seen one down thing about going here.

Kaitlin - 08/16/2019

University of the Cumberlands has been a wonderful experience. Faculty, advisors and professors respond quickly to any questions or concerns you may have.

University of the Cumberlands FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at University of the Cumberlands?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for University of the Cumberlands is 70%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to relax and look forward to the college experience. I imagine that the speech would sound something like this: “College is not easy. College is not for everyone. But it is for you. You will meet your best friends there. You will come into your own there. You will find yourself. I know right now it seems like you’re giving up your whole life. And you are, in a way. You are giving up everything you know. But guess what? You’re going to be fine. You’re going to love college more than you can possible imagine. The best advice I can give you is to be friendly. Meet someone new every day. The more at home you feel on campus, the more you’ll enjoy it. So, don’t worry about what you’re missing at home. Think about what’s going on here. This is your home, at least for the next four years. Enjoy your time here. It’s going to be over before you know it. Enjoy every second.”

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    there is a lot of diversity through out the school, everyone is nice and most likely plays a sport also.

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  4. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    You shouldn't attend this school if you want to party. This is a very conservative private christian school that stays true to the morals in the bible.

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  5. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    I think that the football team and games are pretty exciting.

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  6. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    That they are smart. Yes, because it is a highly educated school along with high ratings. Most people in my freshman class are majoring or minoring in biology.

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  7. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Same as above

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  8. What are the academics like at your school?

    The academics are great. The teachers really help you understand the material.

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  9. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    It is a very friendly environment and is a great place to go to school

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  10. What's unique about your campus?

    University of the Cumberlands has a very beautiful campus. The architecture of some of the builiding is based off of old architectureal styles which adds a very unique feel to campus. There is also a place set up decidated to 911. Campus itself is nestled in the mountains and when you walk out of all the buildings you can see the beautiful mountians in the distance.

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  11. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I think the worst thing about the University of the Cumberlands is all the hills, but it is in the mountains so there are going to be some hills.

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  12. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    The size is definitely a huge factor- its fairl small, but not too small. Plus, the campus itself is beautiful. It's definitely something we pride ourselves in.

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  13. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Someone looking for a great education in a small town setting. If you're looking for a school where the professors care about you both as a student and a person, Cumberlands is right for you.

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  14. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    It is a great atmosphere to be in.

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  15. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Our school has a great science program, and just recently got a Physician's Assistant program.

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  16. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    The beautiful campus and amazing professors

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Student Body

Students

56%

female

44%

male

3,041

Total Undergrad Enrollment

4,611

Total Grad Students

38%

Out-Of-State

58%

In-State

4%

International

Organizations

45

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

32%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
6%
% Hispanic/Latino
4%
% White or Caucasian
73%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending University of the Cumberlands receive some sort of financial aid. 53% were awarded federal grants. While 73% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$23,000

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,200

Books and Supplies

$9,000

Room and Board

33,200

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$16,560
$30 - $48K
$13,471
$48 - $75K
$18,716
$75 - $110K
$20,611
$110K & UP
$20,962

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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