Asbury University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Wilmore, Kentucky with 1,420 undergraduates. It admits 63% of applicants, costs an average of $21,061 a year after grants and graduates 65% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Asbury University acceptance rate and admissions
Asbury University admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Asbury University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants ($20 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Asbury University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Asbury University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $35,452 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,284 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $48,456 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,061 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,061 a year after grants and scholarships, $27,395 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Asbury University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Asbury University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 65% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $49,862 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,804 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 46% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Asbury University majors and what graduates earn
Asbury University awarded bachelor's degrees in 44 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from radio, TV and digital media ($46,016).
All 44 majors at Asbury University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Asbury University
10 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 10 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education leadership | Master's | 25 | $68,011 | $32,566 |
| Business administration | Master's | 18 | $55,430 | n/a |
| Teaching English as a second language | Master's | 12 | n/a | $35,937 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Film and photography | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,420 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 62% women, 38% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: town near a city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Asbury University?
Asbury University admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Asbury University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $35,452. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,061 a year in 2024-25.
Is Asbury University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Asbury University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Asbury University?
65% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Asbury University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $49,862 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.