Colleges Near Independence

Colleges and universities near me in the Independence, Kentucky area

There are 38 colleges within 50 miles of Independence enrolling a total of 130,322 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Kentucky with a population of 24,757, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Independence. The nearest college is Gateway Community and Technical College in Florence at a distance of 4.3 miles from Independence. Driving time to these schools from Independence should be less than 1 hours. The top rated college in the area is Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio which is ranked #253 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is University of Cincinnati Main Campus enrolling 41,155 students. In terms of affordability, Ivy Tech Community College Southeast in Madison offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $3,234 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Independence.
Independence, KY within 50 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Gateway Community and Technical College
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Florence, KY
 

Gateway Community and Technical College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 4,440enrollment
  • $9,263net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.94Avg GPA

4 miles from Independence

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Thomas More University
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Crestview Hills, KY
 

Thomas More University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#4 Best Private Colleges in Kentucky

  • 1,958enrollment
  • $21,962net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1005-1256SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA

5 miles from Independence

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Northern Kentucky University
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Highland Heights, KY

Northern Kentucky University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

#4 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 15,801enrollment
  • $7,259net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1290SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 15

7 miles from Independence

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Brown Mackie College Northern Kentucky
B
Fort Mitchell, KY
 

Brown Mackie College Northern Kentucky

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 87enrollment
  • $19,059net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

6 miles from Independence

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Lincoln College of Technology Florence
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Florence, Kentucky
 

Lincoln College of Technology Florence

Private 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 299enrollment
  • $22,275net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

6 miles from Independence

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Beckfield College Florence
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Florence, KY
 

Beckfield College Florence

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 653enrollment
  • $25,602net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 18-22ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

7 miles from Independence

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Antonelli College Cincinnati
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Cincinnati, OH
 

Antonelli College Cincinnati

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 56enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

11 miles from Independence

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Daymar College Bellevue
D
Bellevue, KY
 

Daymar College Bellevue

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 6enrollment
  • $19,676net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

10 miles from Independence

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Art Academy of Cincinnati
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Cincinnati, OH

Art Academy of Cincinnati

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 263enrollment
  • $27,510net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

11 miles from Independence

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The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences
C
Cincinnati, OH
 

The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Private 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 866enrollment
  • $18,370net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 880-1020SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

12 miles from Independence

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Cincinnati Christian University
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C
Cincinnati, OH
 

Cincinnati Christian University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 776enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.08Estimated Avg GPA

11 miles from Independence

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College of Mount St. Joseph
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Cincinnati, OH
 

College of Mount St. Joseph

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#14 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,027enrollment
  • $17,506net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1068-1233SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA

11 miles from Independence

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Lincoln College of Technology Vine Street
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Cincinnati, Ohio
 

Lincoln College of Technology Vine Street

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 249enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

10 miles from Independence

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Athenaeum of Ohio
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Cincinnati, Ohio
 

Athenaeum of Ohio

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 141enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

13 miles from Independence

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University of Cincinnati Main Campus
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Cincinnati, OH

University of Cincinnati Main Campus

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

#3 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 41,155enrollment
  • $20,149net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1360SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA

Applications Due Mar 1

12 miles from Independence

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Gods Bible School and College
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Cincinnati, OH
 

Gods Bible School and College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 443enrollment
  • $9,478net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Aug 18

11 miles from Independence

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Union Institute & University
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Cincinnati, OH
 

Union Institute & University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 787enrollment
  • $28,463net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

12 miles from Independence

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Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
C
Cincinnati, OH
 

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 8,404enrollment
  • $9,088net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

14 miles from Independence

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Gateway Community and Technical College and is 4.3 miles from Independence. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Gateway Community and Technical College are $4,640 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Gateway Community and Technical College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.