Sullivan University

3101 Bardstown Rd
Louisville, KY 40205
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • 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 2,785 students (61% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 96%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 2,785 students
  • Private-state tuition: $13,500
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 93%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Sullivan University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

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School Overview

The teacher population of 289 teachers has declined by 55% over five years.
Sullivan University
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
289 staff
232 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Sullivan University has declined by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has increased from 5:1 over five years.
The Sullivan University diversity score of 0.64 is more than the state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,785 students
2,968 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,702 students
1,000 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,083 students
1,968 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Sullivan University.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
392 students
266 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,337 students
978 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
365 students
55 students
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Kentucky All Graduation Breakdown
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
992 students
1,968 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
91 students
54 students
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Kentucky All Part Time Graduation Breakdown
Total Dormitory Capacity
512 students
407 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
2%
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% Asian
19%
10%
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% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
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% Black
5%
5%
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% White
7%
4%
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% Hawaiian
55%
77%
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% Two or more races
10%
3%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Kentucky.
Diversity Score
0.64
0.40
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.4329%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.2%
0.3333%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$29,400
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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
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
97%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$20,206
$11,279
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,953
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
Source: 2023 (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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 2,785 students
  • Private-state tuition: $13,500
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 93%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Kentucky public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,629 per year for in-state students and $12,449 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,988 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Kentucky community colleges have a diversity score of 0.40, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Kentucky is ATA College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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