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Sullivan University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 508
Student to faculty ratio 9 to 1
On-time graduation rate 20%

Located in Louisville, Kentucky, Sullivan University is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Sullivan University operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

One of the notable aspects of Sullivan University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Sullivan University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 9-to-1, Sullivan University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at Sullivan University is reported to be 20%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For-profit institutions often serve a diverse student population, including many non-traditional students who may face unique challenges in completing their degrees. For comparison, Kentucky state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 52% whereas the national average was 48%.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

In-State Tuition & Fees

$13,500

Cost of attendance at Sullivan University in 2022 for students from Kentucky.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Kentucky's average $10,481
National average $17,868

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$13,500

Cost of attendance at Sullivan University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Kentucky's average $21,663
National average $17,869

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 78 of freshman students at Sullivan University received on average $12,873 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$12,873
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 184 67% $5,477 $1,007,783
Other Federal Grant 212 78% $5,729 $1,214,558
State Grant/Scholarships 110 40% $4,494 $494,285
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 212 78% $4,812 $1,020,194
Total Grant & Scholarships 212 78% $12,873 $2,729,037

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Sullivan University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Sullivan University students is 20.0%. Female students graduated at a rate of 21.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 17.8%.

20.0%

  • African American 12.1% 7 students
  • white 22.2% 30 students
  • unknown 26.3% 5 students
  • hispanic 16.7% 2 students
  • Mixed Race 25.0% 3 students

Service Offerings

Sullivan University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services

Educational Offerings

Sullivan University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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