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Cheapest Biochemistry Colleges in Kentucky

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Western Kentucky University delivers the state's most affordable biochemistry program at just $10,916 net cost, creating a $12,671 gap between the cheapest and most expensive options. Kentucky's growing biotechnology sector, supported by companies like Humana's health informatics division, offers graduates pathways into pharmaceutical research and medical device development. Centre College stands out with an 85.30% graduation rate despite charging $21,497 net, while Georgetown College provides middle-ground pricing at $13,485 for students seeking smaller class environments.
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Programs
$10,916 – $23,587
Net Price Range
57.9%
Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,916 $11,436 53.7% 97.0%
2 $13,485 $42,010 47.5% 71.5%
3 $14,626 $30,450 46.0% 50.4%
4 $20,428 $33,640 65.0% 78.7%
5 $20,701 $38,400 40.1% 94.2%
6 $21,497 $50,550 85.3% 62.9%
7 $23,587 $47,180 67.7% 87.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Western Kentucky University so much cheaper than other biochemistry programs?

As a public institution, Western Kentucky University offers in-state tuition of $11,436 compared to private schools like Centre College at $50,550. The 96.95% acceptance rate also means less competition for merit aid, keeping overall costs down for most students.

How do graduation rates vary across Kentucky's biochemistry programs?

Centre College leads with an 85.30% graduation rate, followed by Bellarmine at 67.70% and Asbury at 65.00%. Thomas More University shows the lowest completion rate at 40.10%, despite charging $20,701 net cost.

Is the price difference between public and private programs worth considering?

Private schools like Georgetown College charge $42,010 sticker price but offer substantial aid, bringing net cost to $13,485. This creates just a $2,569 difference from Western Kentucky's public pricing while providing smaller class sizes and research opportunities.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.