by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a KY State degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how KY State measures up.
KY State is ranked #951 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B+ (above average for value). Within Kentucky, it ranks #22 of 50 for value.
Among the majors KY State offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Communications / Public Relations | #38 of 178 |
| Information Systems | #62 of 365 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | #79 of 425 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | #93 of 638 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #93 of 638 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #107 of 678 |
| Social Work | #122 of 436 |
| Registered Nursing | #154 of 966 |
| Nursing | #154 of 966 |
| General Psychology | #157 of 1,068 |
Below is the detailed KY State value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Kentucky State University is ranked #29 out of #32 in Kentucky for quality and #22 out of #50 for Kentucky value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the KY State financial aid page to be sure.
Kentucky State University is ranked #951 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Kentucky State University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at KY State costs about $9,546. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $38,182 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,727 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $8,040 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $9,546 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $38,182 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the KY State net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a KY State degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $86,908 | — | — |
| All Students | $38,182 | #951 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $32,160 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $86,908 | — | — |
| All Students | $38,182 | #22 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $32,160 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at KY State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $6,809 |
| $30K–$48K | $5,703 |
| $48K–$75K | $9,471 |
| $75K–$110K | $15,362 |
| Over $110K | $17,285 |
About 89% of KY State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,825 per year. Get more details on the KY State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average KY State cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.