- Sullivan University is a private institution of higher learning dedicated to providing educational enrichment opportunities for the intellectual, social and professional development of its students. The institution offers career-focused curricula with increasing rigor from the certificate through diploma, associate, bachelor`s, master`s and doctoral degree levels. Throughout those curricula, the university seeks to promote the development of critical thinking, effective verbal and written communication, computer literacy, and teamwork as well as an appreciation for life-long learning, cultural diversity and the expression of professionalism in all activities. At the graduate level, the university also seeks to promote a culture of research.
School Highlights
Sullivan University serves 3,855 students (47% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 27%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,855 students
- Private-state tuition: $13,500
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 50%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Sullivan University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 289 teachers has declined by 55% over five years.
Sullivan University
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Year Founded
1962
Total Faculty
289 staff
232 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Sullivan University has grown by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has increased from 4:1 over five years.
The Sullivan University diversity score of 0.68 is more than the state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,855 students
3,741 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,798 students
1,251 students
# Part-Time Students
2,057 students
2,490 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
333 students
401 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,410 students
1,251 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
388 students
121 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,921 students
2,490 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
136 students
104 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
512 students
407 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
4%
6%
% Black
23%
10%
% White
50%
73%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
n/a
% Unknown races
12%
4%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.45
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
44%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
27%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$29,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $13,500 is less than the state average of $13,988. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,500
$13,988
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,206
$11,279
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,953
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at, http://pages.sullivan.edu/programsuccess/
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sullivan University cost?
Sullivan University's private state tuition is approximately $13,500.
What schools are Sullivan University often compared to?
Sullivan Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Community and Technical College by visitors of our site.
What is Sullivan University's ranking?
Sullivan University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kentucky for: Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is Sullivan University located?
Sullivan University is located in the Hawthorne neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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