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Asbury University

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Overview

Asbury University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium town of Wilmore, Kentucky, United States. Founded in 1890, Asbury University is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. This institution offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 136-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 70-79%. It is considered a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. Asbury University also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Asbury University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Asbury University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Asbury University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Asbury University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
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Founded 1890
Motto Academic Excellence and Spiritual Vitality
Colours Purple and white
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Location

Address 1 Macklem Drive
Wilmore
40390-1198 Kentucky
United States
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Asbury University Phone Number (859) 858 3511
Asbury University Fax Number (859) 858 3921
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Asbury University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1940


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Asbury University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Asbury University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Asbury University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Asbury University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Asbury University's academic range and degree level offering.



Asbury University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Asbury University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Asbury University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Asbury University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Asbury University.



Asbury University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Asbury University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Asbury University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Asbury University Admission Info


Asbury University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Asbury University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Asbury University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Asbury University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Asbury University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is considered but not required
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is considered but not required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is considered but not required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Asbury University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Asbury University's Admission Office Admission Office

1 Macklem Drive
Wilmore 40390-1198
(859) 858 3511
800 888 1818

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Asbury University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Asbury University Size and Profile


Asbury University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Asbury University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Asbury University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Asbury University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Asbury University's Control Type Control Type

Asbury University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Asbury University's Entity Type Entity Type

Asbury University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Asbury University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Asbury University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Asbury University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Asbury University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Asbury University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Asbury University is Christian-Nondenominational Religious Affiliation

Christian-Nondenominational.



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Facilities and Services

Asbury University Facilities


Asbury University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Asbury University's Library
Asbury University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 121,834 physical volumes, 1,358 physical media, 222,263 digital/electronic media and 55 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 9 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Asbury University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Asbury University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Asbury University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,181 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Asbury University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Asbury University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Asbury University Services


Asbury University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Asbury University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Asbury University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Asbury University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Asbury University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Asbury University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Asbury University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Asbury University
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • School of Communication
  • School of Education
  • School of Graduate and Professional Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

Asbury University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Asbury University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Christian College Consortium (CCC)
  • Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
  • National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asbury University public or private?

Asbury University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Asbury University profit or non-profit?

Asbury University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Asbury University in terms of enrollment?

Asbury University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Asbury University in terms of academic staff?

Asbury University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Asbury University a coeducational institution?

Asbury University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Asbury University use?

Asbury University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Asbury University affiliated with?

Christian-Nondenominational.

Does Asbury University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Asbury University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Asbury University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Asbury University ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro). International students: 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Asbury University located?

Asbury University is located in Wilmore, Kentucky, United States. Address: 1 Macklem Drive.

Is Asbury University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Asbury University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (since 1940).

Does Asbury University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Asbury University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Asbury University have a university library?

Yes Asbury University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 121,834 physical volumes, 1,358 physical media, 222,263 digital/electronic media and 55 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 9 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Asbury University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Asbury University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Asbury University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,181 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Asbury University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Asbury University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Asbury University offer career services?

Yes

Does Asbury University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Asbury University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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