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Berea College stands apart among Kentucky's Germanic Languages programs with a net price of just $4,483, making it more affordable than any public university option in the state. This 62% graduation rate institution contrasts sharply with Northern Kentucky University's $7,168 cost and 86% acceptance rate. Kentucky's automotive sector, anchored by Toyota's Georgetown plant, creates opportunities for Germanic language graduates in international business and supply chain management across the state's manufacturing corridor.
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Programs
$4,483 – $23,560
Net Price Range
64.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $4,483 $49,326 62.0% 24.6%
2 $7,168 $10,896 48.3% 86.0%
3 $9,121 $9,708 59.5% 84.0%
4 $10,916 $11,436 53.7% 97.0%
5 $17,218 $13,212 69.9% 94.9%
6 $21,497 $50,550 85.3% 62.9%
7 $23,560 $44,980 69.8% 90.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Berea College so much cheaper than other Germanic Languages programs in Kentucky?

Berea College operates on a work-study model where all students receive a tuition promise scholarship, resulting in a net price of $4,483 compared to the state average of $13,423. Students work on-campus jobs to offset educational costs while maintaining a 62% graduation rate.

How do public university costs compare for Germanic Languages studies in Kentucky?

Public universities range from Northern Kentucky University's $7,168 net price to University of Kentucky's $17,218, spanning over $10,000 in cost difference. Murray State University offers the middle ground at $9,121 with a 59.5% graduation rate and 84% acceptance rate.

Does Centre College's high cost translate to better outcomes for Germanic Languages students?

Centre College commands a $21,497 net price but delivers an 85.3% graduation rate, the highest among Kentucky's Germanic Languages programs. This private college also maintains selectivity with a 63% acceptance rate, compared to the 90%+ acceptance rates at most public options.

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