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Kentucky colleges and universities

There are 53 colleges, universities, and technical schools in Kentucky. Combined, these Kentuckian colleges and universities employ 19,427 people, earn more than $2 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $7 billion.
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Types of colleges and universities in Kentucky

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Colleges, universities, and technical schools
 
53
 
$1,714,217,959
Undergraduate colleges
 
30
 
$1,165,034,248
Universities
 
10
 
$507,750,896
Community colleges
 
7
 
$41,307,089
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Colleges and universities by major Kentucky cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Lexington
 
12
 
$385,459,380
Louisville
 
11
 
$282,060,402
Cincinnati, OH
 
3
 
$75,334,266
Bowling Green
 
3
 
$2,698,169
Owensboro
 
2
 
$54,543,842
Huntington, WV
 
2
 
$19,830,805
Elizabethtown
 
1
 
$144,422,636
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Job trends for Kentucky colleges and universities

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
11
1-10
 
4
11-25
 
1
26-100
 
1
101 to 1,000
 
18
1,000+
 
7
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Sizes of colleges and universities in Kentucky

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
9
$250k to $1M
 
5
$1M to $5M
 
6
$5M to $25M
 
6
$25M to $100M
 
14
$100M+
 
5
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Directory of colleges and universities in Kentucky

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Asbury Theological Seminary

Asbury Seminary, a community called to prepare theologically educated, sanctified, Spirit-filled men and women to evangelize and to spread scriptural holiness throughout the world through Jesus Christ, the power of the Holy Spirit and to the glory of God.
Revenue
$45.3m
Assets
$363.8m
Employees
539
EIN
61-0445823
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Kentucky Christian University (KCU)

The mission of Kentucky Christian University is to engage students in a transformative educational experience that equips them as effective Christian professionals providing servant leadership for the church and society.
Revenue
$19.5m
Assets
$37.9m
Employees
419
EIN
61-0510937
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Campbellsville University

A Christian institution in Kentucky offering non-credit technical programs and certificates, as well as associate, undergraduate, and graduate degrees.
Revenue
$144.4m
Assets
$214.8m
Employees
1,904
EIN
61-0469267
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Berea College

Berea College is distinctive among institutions of higher learning. Berea awards four-year tuition scholarships to all its students, who because of financial circumstances cannot otherwise afford a high-quality, residential, liberal arts education.
Revenue
$139.3m
Assets
$2.1b
Employees
841
EIN
61-0444650
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Asbury University

Asbury University fosters a Christ-centered community, equipping students for academic excellence, lifelong learning, and positive leadership to engage culture and serve globally.
Revenue
$61.7m
Assets
$176.6m
Employees
1,193
EIN
61-0458355
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Midway University

Midway University is an accredited institution of higher education located in Midway, Kentucky, founded in 1847 as the Kentucky female orphan school.
Revenue
$38.1m
Assets
$81.6m
Employees
534
EIN
61-0444708
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bellarmine University

Bellarmine University is an independent Catholic institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs in liberal arts and professional studies.
Revenue
$147.9m
Assets
$201.1m
Employees
1,550
EIN
61-0482955
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Georgetown College

Georgetown College is a Christian-based liberal arts institution located in Georgetown, KY, offering higher learning opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students.
Revenue
$91.9m
Assets
$76.5m
Employees
880
EIN
61-0444695
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Spalding University

Spalding University: Independent, doctoral-level institution in Louisville offering diverse programs and comprehensive student support through academic resources and services.
Revenue
$47.1m
Assets
$85.5m
Employees
732
EIN
61-0444780
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Alice Lloyd College (ALC)

Alice Lloyd College is widely recognized as a highly respected, private, four-year, liberal arts institution dedicated to providing leadership education to some of the brightest and best students in the Appalachian region.
Revenue
$30.1m
Assets
$166.3m
Employees
292
EIN
61-0492351
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Clear Creek Baptist Bible College (CCBBC)

Clear Creek Baptist Bible College exists to provide educational preparation for adults called of God into Christian service. Nurture God-called students as they prepare for the Lord's work.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$30.3m
Employees
107
EIN
61-6002351
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lindsey Wilson College (LWC)

Founded in 1903, Lindsey Wilson is a vibrant liberal arts college in Columbia, Kentucky. Affiliated with the Kentucky Conference of The United Methodist Church, the college offers 22 undergraduate programs and three graduate programs.
Revenue
$85.3m
Assets
$129.3m
Employees
1,045
EIN
61-0444763
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Centre College

Centre College is a small, private liberal arts college in Danville, KY dedicated to nurturing critical thinking and personal development.
Revenue
$122.2m
Assets
$672.8m
Employees
1,432
EIN
61-0444671
IRS type
501(c)(3)

University of the Cumberlands (UC)

The University of the Cumberlands strives for excellence in all of its endeavors and expects from students a similar dedication to this pursuit. Its commitment to a strong academic program is joined with a commitment to a strong work ethic.
Revenue
$239.6m
Assets
$644.9m
Employees
2,282
EIN
61-0470593
IRS type
501(c)(3)

University of Pikeville (UPIKE)

The University of Pikeville creates a pathway to higher education for all students who desire to embark upon that journey and attracting and retaining high caliber students who will be future regional, national and global leaders.
Revenue
$86.0m
Assets
$199.8m
Employees
1,169
EIN
61-0444788
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Frontier Nursing University (FNU)

FNU is a private, non-profit, non-residential graduate school of nursing offering community-based, distance education programs leading to the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, the Master of Science in Nursing Degree and/or post-master's certificates.
Revenue
$50.1m
Assets
$137.8m
Employees
290
EIN
61-1124267
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Kentucky Wesleyan College (KWC)

Kentucky Wesleyan College, in partnership with the United Methodist Church, fosters a liberal arts education that nourishes, stimulates and prepares future leaders intellectually, spiritually and physically to achieve success in life.
Revenue
$33.7m
Assets
$66.2m
Employees
541
EIN
61-0466713
IRS type
501(c)(3)

University of Louisville Foundation

UL Foundation supports UofL in maintaining its distinction as a premier, nationally recognized research university and promotes departmental educational efforts.
Revenue
$65.9m
Assets
$1.2b
Employees
14
EIN
23-7078461
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Union Commonwealth University

Union College is a four-year private college located in Barbourville, Kentucky. Union College is a small liberal arts college in the Appalachian Mountains. Union's approximately 825 undergraduate students represent 27 states and 9 countries.
Revenue
$34.4m
Assets
$71.7m
Employees
549
EIN
61-0461768
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Brighton Center / Wonda Winkler

To create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency through family support services, education, employment, and leadership.
Revenue
$14.0m
Assets
$14.5m
Employees
247
EIN
61-0673886
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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