Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Wilmore, Kentucky |
| Online | asbury.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Town Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Asbury University is a private Christian liberal arts institution located in Wilmore, Kentucky, approximately 20 minutes southwest of Lexington. The campus spans 739 acres of rolling Kentucky countryside, featuring a mix of historic Georgian-colonial and modern architecture, with many buildings centered around a traditional academic quad. Founded in 1890 as Asbury College, the institution maintains its Wesleyan-Holiness theological tradition while offering undergraduate programs across multiple disciplines, with notable strengths in media communications, education, and equine studies. The university operates a full residential program where most students live on campus in traditional dormitories or student apartments, adhering to a community covenant that emphasizes Christian values and lifestyle standards. Students can participate in NAIA Division III athletics as the Asbury Eagles, with the school particularly known for its competitive equestrian program.
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Asbury University is rated within the top 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Asbury University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#455 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#319 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Kentucky
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Kentucky
#233 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in Kentucky
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1080/1320 |
| ACT | 21/28 |
| GPA | 3.65 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,462 |
| Other Fees | $568 |
| Room and Board | $8,636 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,272 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,516 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 13% |
| Business | 12% |
| Communications Technology | 11% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 8% |
| Psychology | 7% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024