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2026-27 cycleHighland Heights, KY
Northern Kentucky University
Northern Kentucky University is a public institution in Highland Heights, Kentucky, located near Cincinnati. It provides undergraduate degree programs in fields including informatics, business, health sciences, and education.
Acceptance rate
68%
Undergrad enrollment
10,163
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$40
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action / Priority Scholarship Consideration Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| Rolling AdmissionFall Priority Deadline | May 1, 2027 |
| Rolling AdmissionFall Assured Consideration Deadline | June 1, 2027 |
| Rolling AdmissionFall Final Deadline | August 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
Northern Kentucky University does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.