Northern Kentucky University is partnering with National Geographic to host an African American Geography and History centered symposium for high school youth. The conference will focus on place-based storytelling and history, and the black freedom struggle.
In a move designed to further streamline the college admissions process and make education more accessible, Northern Kentucky University is introducing its new 3 States, 1 Rate tuition model. This initiative offers tuition reciprocity for students from Ohio and Indiana.
For the second year in a row, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) has recognized Northern Kentucky University as one of the top universities in the country for best value and setting graduates up for successfully lucrative careers. According to WSJ’s 2025 report, NKU ranks 29th out of 500 universities around the country when it comes to best value.
"I credit much of my success to NKU and the opportunities and challenges it provided me. The university gave a lot to me, so giving back of my time, talent and treasure is fulfilling."
“It’s given me a lot of self-confidence that I didn’t have before. That was something I wasn’t expecting: confidence in my own ability to make good decisions."