University of the Cumberlands is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Williamsburg, Kentucky with 6,941 undergraduates. It admits 99% of applicants, costs an average of $13,885 a year after grants and graduates 50% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of the Cumberlands acceptance rate and admissions
University of the Cumberlands admitted 99% 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.
University of the Cumberlands tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $9,875 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $9,300 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $28,711 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $13,885 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $13,885 a year after grants and scholarships, $14,826 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):
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University of the Cumberlands graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 50% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $47,477 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $14,827 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 31% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of the Cumberlands majors and what graduates earn
University of the Cumberlands awarded bachelor's degrees in 25 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($94,183).
All 25 majors at University of the Cumberlands
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 88 | $80,606 | $94,183 | $11,033 |
| Business | 186 | $49,515 | $59,760 | $14,834 |
| Biology | 36 | $29,143 | $59,702 | $13,566 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 131 | $35,543 | $45,660 | $17,080 |
| Mental health counseling | 56 | $35,839 | $45,061 | $14,569 |
| Criminal justice | 49 | $40,957 | $41,785 | $17,819 |
| Psychology | 144 | $37,108 | $40,751 | $17,750 |
| Communication | 18 | n/a | $40,699 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 140 | $36,737 | $40,093 | $15,785 |
| Religious Education | 32 | $37,510 | $39,211 | $18,934 |
| Human services | 82 | $40,405 | $37,823 | $17,296 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 266 | $34,990 | n/a | $12,584 |
| Accounting | 61 | $48,401 | n/a | $11,481 |
| Computer and information sciences | 60 | $49,376 | n/a | $15,512 |
| English | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, Other | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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 University of the Cumberlands
27 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 27 graduate programs
Trade and career programs at University of the Cumberlands
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 6,941 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 68% women, 32% men
- 23 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of the Cumberlands?
University of the Cumberlands admitted 99% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of the Cumberlands cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,875. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $13,885 a year in 2024-25.
Is University of the Cumberlands test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of the Cumberlands reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of the Cumberlands?
50% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of the Cumberlands graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $47,477 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.