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University of Pikeville

Pikeville, KY·Private·www.upike.edu/

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University of Pikeville is a private nonprofit university in Pikeville, KY. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 72/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

University of Pikeville is a private nonprofit university in Pikeville, KY. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 72/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$22,500
In-State Tuition
+$150 fees
$22,500
Out-of-State Tuition
+$150 fees
$9,000
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NAIA
Athletics
AAC

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NAIA

AAC

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

77 miles

Winterplace Ski Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

48°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

77 mi away
90 skiable acres12 lifts
Beech Mountain Resort

North Carolina

96 mi away
95 skiable acres8 lifts
Hawksnest Snow Tubing

North Carolina

100 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Pikeville, KY

33°Jan36°Feb44°Mar54°Apr62°May69°Jun72°Jul72°Aug66°Sep55°Oct44°Nov37°Dec

Station: BREAKS INTERSTATE PARK · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

72/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety758743
75/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
87/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
43/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$22,500
Fees
$150
Room & Board
$9,000
Total
$31,650
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

43 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

MedicineProfessional
120 grads/yr$224,231
OptometryProfessional
55 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's
49 grads/yr$49,971
Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's
42 grads/yr$73,588
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
40 grads/yr$74,442

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Medicine
Professional120 grads$224,231
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's40 grads$74,442
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's42 grads$73,588
Biology, General
Bachelor's30 grads$71,225
Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language
Master's$53,391
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's49 grads$49,971
Educational Administration and Supervision
Master's13 grads$49,902
Social Work
Bachelor's12 grads$41,979
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's22 grads$41,524
Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's8 grads$39,943

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is University of Pikeville located?

University of Pikeville is located in Pikeville, KY. The main campus address is 147 Sycamore St, Pikeville, KY. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend University of Pikeville?

For the 2023–24 academic year, University of Pikeville charges $22,500/year in tuition. Including room and board ($9,000/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $31,650/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use University of Pikeville's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Does University of Pikeville have college sports?

Yes — University of Pikeville competes at the NAIA level in the AAC. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.

Is University of Pikeville the right fit for me?

Whether University of Pikeville is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($22,500/year out-of-state), campus culture in Pikeville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh University of Pikeville against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with University of Pikeville directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Pikeville, KY
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Certificates
NCAA
NAIA
Conference
AAC
School Year Weather
Warm · 48°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
72/100
Nearest Airport
Huntington, WV (HTS) · 61 mialso TRI (70 mi), BLF (73 mi)

Location

Pikeville, KY

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.