In fall 2025, NKU will be launching its 3 States, 1 Rate tuition model for new undergraduate students from Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana. This is an exciting development for NKU as we continue to streamline the college admissions process, reduce the confusion and complexity surrounding college tuition and make education even more accessible for new students.
Under this new tuition model, undergraduate students from Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana who are admitted for the fall of 2025 will qualify for in-state tuition regardless of county of residence within those states.
Under the 3 States, 1 Rate tuition model, all new students (including first-time freshmen and transfer students) from Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana will pay the in-state tuition rate plus all mandatory fees
All new students outside of Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana, both domestic and international, will pay the out-of-state rate.
NKU will continue to offer two competitive scholarships (Presidents and KY Governors Scholars) to the highest-achieving high-school students.
Beginning fall 2025, NKU will offer academic merit scholarships as follows: