by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Kentucky State University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Kentucky State University were $9,387 a year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $13,658. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Within that total, required fees came to $1,126 in-state and $1,126 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,261 | $12,532 |
| Fees | $1,126 | $1,126 |
| Total | $9,387 | $13,658 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and does not include room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much does Kentucky State University cost for part-time students? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
To see where that lands, here is how Kentucky State University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In KY | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Expensive |
Relative to the national field, Kentucky State University comes in lower than most schools.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Check the Kentucky State University Financial Aid page for more.
The table below shows how tuition at Kentucky State University has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,700 | $11,550 |
| Two Years Ago | $7,854 | $11,782 |
| One Year Ago | $8,088 | $12,134 |
| Most Recent Year | $8,261 | $12,532 |
This chart shows the way tuition at KY State has trended over the reported years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition went up 3.3%. If that pace held for another year, tuition + fees would land around $14,105 for the coming year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 0.74%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $9,456. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 1.57%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $13,873.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $9,456 | $13,873 |
| In 2 Years | $9,525 | $14,091 |
| In 3 Years | $9,595 | $14,312 |
| In 4 Years | $9,665 | $14,537 |
| In 5 Years | $9,736 | $14,765 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $56,813, or about $38,241 for in-state students.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For more on the aid available at Kentucky State University, check out the Kentucky State University Financial Aid page.
