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Cheapest Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences Colleges in Kentucky

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

Berea College stands apart among Kentucky health sciences programs with a net cost of just $4,483, making it nearly $3,000 cheaper than the next most affordable option. This dramatic price difference reflects Berea's unique work-study model, where students graduate debt-free while gaining practical experience. Northern Kentucky University leads in post-graduation earnings at $54,653, nearly double what Western Kentucky graduates earn at $27,947. Kentucky's healthcare sector offers strong career prospects, with major employers like Humana headquartered in Louisville and the state's growing medical tourism industry creating demand for trained health professionals across specialties from nursing to health administration.
10
Programs
$4,483 – $36,431
Net Price Range
$41,300
Avg. Program Earnings
53.9%
Avg. Graduation Rate

10 Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 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 $10,916 $11,436 53.7% 97.0%
4 $11,286 $9,875 46.2% 83.0%
5 $13,485 $42,010 47.5% 71.5%
6 $17,218 $13,212 69.9% 94.9%
7 $20,428 $33,640 65.0% 78.7%
8 $23,906 $30,946 36.0% 53.4%
9 $24,264 $27,850 57.3% 97.6%
10 $36,431 $33,393 52.6% 68.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Berea College so much cheaper than other Kentucky health programs?

Berea operates on a work-study model where every student works on campus to offset educational costs. This brings the net price down to $4,483, compared to $7,168 at Northern Kentucky University, the next cheapest option.

How do graduation rates vary among Kentucky's most affordable health programs?

The University of Kentucky achieves the highest graduation rate at 69.9% among affordable options, while Union College graduates only 36% of its health sciences students. Berea College maintains a solid 62% graduation rate despite its unique student population.

Does attending a public university guarantee lower costs for health sciences?

Not necessarily in Kentucky. University of the Cumberlands, a private school, offers a net cost of $11,286, which beats the University of Kentucky's $17,218. Georgetown College also costs less than UK at $13,485 net price.

Where do Kentucky health sciences graduates earn the most after graduation?

Northern Kentucky University graduates earn $54,653 annually, the highest among programs with available data. This compares favorably to Western Kentucky University graduates who earn $27,947, showing a $26,706 difference between the highest and lowest earning programs.

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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.