Christian college
University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Baptist
Real cost
Average price after aid $14,107 a year
Median debt at graduation: $14,911 (all students)
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University of the Cumberlands is a university in Williamsburg, Kentucky, founded in 1888 by Baptist ministers. Its Campus Ministries office, with three named staff, runs student-led outreach, Appalachian children's ministries, Mountain Outreach home-building and a weekly FCA gathering, and service is a graduation requirement. The 2026-27 general education requirements include a Christian Faith section of two courses.
Faith life at a glance
In the college’s own words
Source: ucumberlands.edu“Our faith is demonstrated through humble service to our local community and the Appalachian region.”
Source: catalog.ucumberlands.edu“Students involved with Campus Ministries engage their faith through campus outreach, community service, and various discipleship and missions opportunities in partnership with local churches.”
Questions students ask
Where do I find community?
Campus Ministries groups include Appalachian Ministries and Baptist Campus Ministries.
Source: catalog.ucumberlands.eduWhat's a normal week?
A weekly fellowship on Wednesday nights at 8 p.m. at Main Street Baptist Church includes food, worship and small groups.
Source: ucumberlands.eduCan I serve or go on mission trips?
All main campus undergraduates must take part in the Leadership/Community Service Program to graduate.
Source: catalog.ucumberlands.eduCan I serve or go on mission trips?
A summer mission team builds a house over about 10 weeks, and a spring break mission trip is also offered.
Source: ucumberlands.eduAcademic Excellence
Each measure counts for the share shown.
- Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.50%
- First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.74%
- Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.Not reported
- Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.23 to 1
- Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$2,932
Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.
Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))
Faith scorecard
Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.
Partly researched
We have checked some of this college’s faith and campus life facts against its own official pages. There is not yet enough verified to grade them, so the findings below are what we could confirm. Anything not listed has not been confirmed yet.
- Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff): 3 to 4 (Three named professional campus ministry staff.)
- Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizations: Many (Several student faith groups and organizations are listed, including Baptist Campus Ministries, FCA and Appalachian Ministries.)
- Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian mission: Yes (The Campus Ministries office is staffed by a Campus Minister and associate ministers.)
- Student worship nights or praise services: Every week (The FCA chapter's weekly Wednesday night gathering includes worship; it is held off campus at Main Street Baptist Church.)
- Campus pastors or chaplains serving students: Part-time (Campus Minister named.)
- A chapel or worship space on campus: Yes
- Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer: 1 or 2 times a week (1 weekly time documented: 0 chapel, 1 worship night, 0 prayer.)
- Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students: 2 courses (The 2026-27 general education curriculum for bachelor's degrees requires 6 credit hours (two courses) in Christian Faith.)
- Required courses include study of the Old and New Testaments: One choice among others (Students take either MSMN 135 (Old Testament) or MSMN 136 (New Testament), not both.)
- Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy): Yes (The general education purpose statement names the Christian heritage and Biblical truth as the foundation of all programs.)
- Bible, theology or ministry major offered: Yes (Missions and Ministry, B.A. (required Missions and Ministry courses include Interpreting the Bible and Introducing Christian Theology).)
- Service or outreach office: Yes
- Service hours or service-learning in the curriculum: Required of all students (Leadership/Community Service Program is required of all main-campus undergraduates.)
- Missions trips offered to students: Some (A summer missions team and a spring break mission trip.)
- Partnerships with local churches and ministries for service: Many
- Service explicitly rooted in the Christian mission: Yes
Worship and chapel
Not enough information · 4 of 7 found
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Chapel services during the weekNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Chapel attendance expected of studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Student worship nights or praise servicesEvery week (The FCA chapter's weekly Wednesday night gathering includes worship; it is held off campus at Main Street Baptist Church.)
Sources (1)
- Campus Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Weekly Fellowship: Come join us on Wednesday nights at 8:00pm at Main Street Baptist Church for food, worship, fellowship, games, and small groups.”
- Campus Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsPart-time (Campus Minister named.)
Sources (1)
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Brad Pearce Campus Minister”
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.A chapel or worship space on campusYes
Sources (1)
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The Gatliff Memorial Chapel features Biblical themed stained glass windows.”
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer1 or 2 times a week (1 weekly time documented: 0 chapel, 1 worship night, 0 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).
Bible and theology
79 of 100 points · 4 of 6 found
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students2 courses (The 2026-27 general education curriculum for bachelor's degrees requires 6 credit hours (two courses) in Christian Faith.)
Sources (1)
- General Education Curriculum for Bachelor's Degrees | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2576 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“I. Christian Faith: 6 Credit Hours”
- General Education Curriculum for Bachelor's Degrees | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2576 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsOne choice among others (Students take either MSMN 135 (Old Testament) or MSMN 136 (New Testament), not both.)
Sources (1)
- General Education Curriculum for Bachelor's Degrees | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2576 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Three credit hours must be from either MSMN 135 or MSMN 136”
- General Education Curriculum for Bachelor's Degrees | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2576 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes (The general education purpose statement names the Christian heritage and Biblical truth as the foundation of all programs.)
Sources (1)
- General Education Curriculum | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_entity.php?catoid=13&ent_oid=335&returnto=438 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The foundation of all of our programs at University of the Cumberlands is our desire to nurture an increased awareness of the pre-eminence of the spiritual dimensions of human life”
- General Education Curriculum | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_entity.php?catoid=13&ent_oid=335&returnto=438 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (Missions and Ministry, B.A. (required Missions and Ministry courses include Interpreting the Bible and Introducing Christian Theology).)
Sources (1)
- Missions and Ministry, B.A. | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2734 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Missions and Ministry, B.A.”
- Missions and Ministry, B.A. | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2734 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.A published statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Christian community
Not enough information · 3 of 7 found
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)3 to 4 (Three named professional campus ministry staff.)
Sources (1)
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Rachel Li Associate Campus Minister Campus Ministries Rachel Li Contact Information 606.539.4173”
“Zachary Madden Associate Campus Minister for Discipleship Campus Ministries Zachary Madden Contact Information 606.539.4639”
“Brad Pearce Campus Minister”
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Several student faith groups and organizations are listed, including Baptist Campus Ministries, FCA and Appalachian Ministries.)
Sources (2)
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Students involved with Campus Ministries engage their faith through campus outreach, community service, and various discipleship and missions opportunities in partnership with local churches.”
“Appalachian Ministries, Baptist Campus Ministries, Mountain Outreach, Patriot Adventure Club”
- Campus Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Weekly Fellowship: Come join us on Wednesday nights at 8:00pm at Main Street Baptist Church for food, worship, fellowship, games, and small groups.”
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes (The Campus Ministries office is staffed by a Campus Minister and associate ministers.)
Sources (2)
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Encourage every follower of Christ to live out the Great Commission”
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Students involved with Campus Ministries engage their faith through campus outreach, community service, and various discipleship and missions opportunities in partnership with local churches.”
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Missions and service
91 of 100 points · 5 of 6 found
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Service or outreach officeYes
Sources (2)
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Students involved with Campus Ministries engage their faith through campus outreach, community service, and various discipleship and missions opportunities in partnership with local churches.”
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Our faith is demonstrated through humble service to our local community and the Appalachian region.”
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumRequired of all students (Leadership/Community Service Program is required of all main-campus undergraduates.)
Sources (1)
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“As a requirement for graduation, all main campus undergraduate students must participate in the Leadership/Community Service Program.”
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Missions trips offered to studentsSome (A summer missions team and a spring break mission trip.)
Sources (1)
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We also have a summer missions team with this ministry that builds a house – from start to finish – for about 10 weeks in the summer, as well as a Spring break mission trip.”
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceMany
Sources (1)
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Students involved with Campus Ministries engage their faith through campus outreach, community service, and various discipleship and missions opportunities in partnership with local churches.”
“Each site works in conjunction with local churches to create stability and consistency of relationships for the children.”
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Cross-cultural or global ministry programsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
Sources (1)
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Encourage every follower of Christ to live out the Great Commission”
“Our faith is demonstrated through humble service to our local community and the Appalachian region.”
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Strengths
- A Campus Ministries staff of three named ministers, including Campus Minister Brad Pearce.
Sources (1)
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Brad Pearce Campus Minister”
“Rachel Li Associate Campus Minister Campus Ministries Rachel Li Contact Information 606.539.4173”
“Zachary Madden Associate Campus Minister for Discipleship Campus Ministries Zachary Madden Contact Information 606.539.4639”
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Service is a graduation requirement: all main-campus undergraduates complete the Leadership/Community Service Program.
Sources (1)
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“As a requirement for graduation, all main campus undergraduate students must participate in the Leadership/Community Service Program.”
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- A Missions and Ministry Bachelor of Arts major is offered.
Sources (1)
- Missions and Ministry, B.A. | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2734 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Missions and Ministry, B.A.”
- Missions and Ministry, B.A. | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2734 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Several student faith groups and service ministries are listed, including Appalachian Ministries and Mountain Outreach.
Sources (1)
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Appalachian Ministries, Baptist Campus Ministries, Mountain Outreach, Patriot Adventure Club”
“Students involved with Campus Ministries engage their faith through campus outreach, community service, and various discipleship and missions opportunities in partnership with local churches.”
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Concerns
- The general education Christian Faith section requires two courses, and only one of them must be Old or New Testament study.
Sources (1)
- General Education Curriculum for Bachelor's Degrees | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2576 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Three credit hours must be from either MSMN 135 or MSMN 136”
- General Education Curriculum for Bachelor's Degrees | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2576 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Only three professional ministry staff are listed.
Sources (1)
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Rachel Li Associate Campus Minister Campus Ministries Rachel Li Contact Information 606.539.4173”
- Student Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
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Campus ministry home
Campus Ministries
- Address: 6178 College Station Drive, Williamsburg, KY 40769
- Facilities: chapel
Source: ucumberlands.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, ucumberlands.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026
Campus ministry
Sources (2)
- Campus Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We help students GROW and GO as disciples of Jesus Christ”
- Student Life, Activities and Special Services | 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.ucumberlands.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=420 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Students involved with Campus Ministries engage their faith through campus outreach, community service, and various discipleship and missions opportunities in partnership with local churches.”
Christian clubs and student life
4 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 4 off campus
Clubs and groups 1
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)Off campusWednesdays at 8:00 PMWeekly fellowship, food, worship and small groups for athletes and non-athletes, with outreach to sports teams.
Service 3
- Appalachian MinistriesOff campusWeekly outreach, Monday to Wednesday, about 4 to 7 p.m.Students lead recreation, crafts, music and Bible lessons for local children and youth.
- Mountain OutreachOff campusConstruction, repair and home-build service projects for the Cumberlands region, with a summer missions team.
- Shoes for the SoulOff campusAnnual event providing new shoes, socks and school backpacks for children in Whitley County.
Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.
Chapel, worship and prayer
Confirm with the campus ministry
Worship night 1
- Wednesday8:00 PMMain Street Baptist Church (off campus) · FCA weekly fellowship with worship; off campus, listed on the Campus Ministries page.
Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.
Sources for these times (1)
- Campus Ministries | University of the Cumberlandsucumberlands.edu/student-life/student-ministries/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Weekly Fellowship: Come join us on Wednesday nights at 8:00pm at Main Street Baptist Church for food, worship, fellowship, games, and small groups.”
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What families pay, by income
Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.
| Family income | Price after aid |
|---|---|
| Up to $30,000 | |
| $30,001–$48,000 | |
| $48,001–$75,000 | |
| $75,001–$110,000 | |
| Over $110,000 |
Full cost of attendance before aid: $25,567 a year.
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Cost and value
Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.
| Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS) | 6,091 |
|---|---|
| Men and women College Scorecard, fall 2023 | Men 32% · Women 68% |
| First-generation students College Scorecard | 40% |
| Total students | 20,327 |
| Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid | $14,107 |
| Cost of attendance (per year) | $25,567 |
| Median federal debt at graduation | $14,911 |
| Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time | 50% |
| Graduation rate for Pell grant recipients College Scorecard, within 6 years | 45% |
| Graduation rate for first-generation students College Scorecard, within 6 years | 45% |
| Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years College Scorecard, within 3 years | 53% |
| First-year retention | 74% |
| Median earnings 10 years after entry | $45,036 |
| Admission rate | 99% |
| Application fee IPEDS, 2023–24 | No application fee |
| Typical rent HUD fair market rent, FY2026 | About $660 a month for a one-bedroom |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 53% |
Value index: 64 / 100 (how it’s computed)
Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.
Earnings by major
Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).
| Major | Median earnings |
|---|---|
| Nursing | |
| Business (general) | |
| Biology | |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | |
| Counseling and mental health | |
| Criminal justice | |
| Psychology | |
| Communication studies | |
| Teacher education | |
| Religious Education | |
| Human services |
Also offered (no earnings published yet): Accounting, Chemistry, Computing and information science, English, Fine arts, Health sciences, History, Journalism, Liberal arts, Management information systems, Mathematics, Music, Other engineering, Physics, Political science, Romance languages, Secondary education, Special education, Theatre.
What students study most
Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).
| Field | Share of degrees |
|---|---|
| Liberal arts and general studies | |
| Business | |
| Psychology | |
| Health professions | |
| Education |
Campus facts
| School colors | |
|---|---|
| Setting | Town |
| Part-time undergraduates | 16% |
| Undergraduates aged 25 and older | 41% |
| On-campus room and board (per year) | $9,300 |
| Sports | NAIA · Mid-South Conference |
| ROTC | Army |
| Study abroad | Offered |
| Students per faculty member | 23 to 1 |
| Undergraduates registered with the disability office | About 3%IPEDS, 2023–24 |
| Faculty who are full-time | 23%College Scorecard, fall 2023 |
| Endowment per student | $17,975IPEDS, 2023, per student |
| Dorm space | For about 23% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus |
| Nearest airport with airline service | McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)About 65 miles away · about 1 hour 55 minutes by car |
| Nearest major airport | Nashville International Airport (BNA)About 146 miles away |
| Town population | 5,270Census, 2020–2024 |
| Nearest city of 250,000 people or more | Lexington-FayetteAbout 92 miles away · about 1 hour 55 minutes by car |
| Typical weather | 35°F in January · 75°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Williamsburg, KY |
Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard), except school colors. None of this changes the faith grades.
Campus safety reports
On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.
| Category | This campus | U.S. rate |
|---|---|---|
| Rape | 0.00 | 0.07 |
| Robbery | 0.00 | 0.01 |
| Aggravated assault | 0.00 | 0.04 |
| Burglary | 0.00 | 0.08 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 0.00 | 0.15 |
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Questions families ask
- Is University of the Cumberlands a Christian college?
- Yes. University of the Cumberlands is a Christian college.
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About this school’s data
- IPEDS unit ID 156541
- Carnegie classification: Doctoral/professional university
- Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
- Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Baptist
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