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Campbellsville University

Campbellsville, KY

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Quick Facts

Wikipedia
1906
Founded
Private university
Type
2,641
Total Students
4,150
Undergrad
7,667
Graduate
$27K
Tuition (In-State)
$27K
Tuition (Out-State)
$18K
Avg Net Price
98%
Acceptance Rate
47%
Graduation Rate
6-year
60%
Retention Rate
Master's Colleges & Universities
Classification
President: Joseph Hopkins

Data from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0) & U.S. Dept. of Education

About Campbellsville University

Campbellsville University: Nurturing minds and spirits with a rich history and expanding health sciences.

Campbellsville University, deeply rooted in its Christian mission, offers a vibrant and growing academic community designed to empower students for future success. What began in 1906 as Russell Creek Academy has evolved into a comprehensive university, blending its historical foundation with forward-thinking programs and a commitment to spiritual growth. Students here experience a supportive environment focused on holistic development, preparing them not just for careers, but for lives of purpose and service.

The university is particularly known for its robust School of Education, which has been a cornerstone of teacher preparation since 1996. With prestigious accreditations from NCATE, EPSB, and CAEP, the School of Education offers a wide array of certifications, graduate programs, and online learning opportunities, extending its reach to multiple locations beyond the main campus, including Louisville and Elizabethtown. This dedication to educational excellence ensures future teachers are well-prepared to shape the next generation.

Beyond education, Campbellsville University is expanding its health sciences portfolio with the notable addition of its School of Chiropractic in 2022. This program offers a comprehensive Doctor of Chiropractic degree, making Campbellsville one of the few institutions in the region to provide such specialized training in spinal health and holistic patient management. The university also boasts a School of Art, housed in the Gosser Fine Arts Center and dedicated buildings, providing students with spaces for creative expression, including classrooms, computer labs, a gallery, and a printing press room.

Key Highlights

  • Founded in 1906 as Russell Creek Academy, achieving university status by 1996.
  • The School of Education is accredited by NCATE (2007, 2012), CAEP (2019), and EPSB, offering extensive teacher preparation.
  • Home to one of the region's few Doctor of Chiropractic programs, established in 2022.
  • Offers academic programs across multiple Kentucky locations, including Louisville, Somerset, Harrodsburg, and Elizabethtown, in addition to the main campus.
  • Entered into a mission partnership with the American Baptist Churches USA in 2015, affirming its Christian heritage.
  • The School of Art provides dedicated facilities, including classrooms, a computer lab, a gallery, and a printing press room for student creativity.

Timeline

1906
Founded as Russell Creek Academy
1924
Became a junior college
1959
Accredited as a four-year college
1996
Gained university status and reorganized governance, including five schools
1996
School of Education moved its offices into Carter Hall
2006
School of Education moved into its new building
2014
Began disassociating with the Kentucky Baptist Convention
2015
Entered into a mission partnership with the American Baptist Churches USA
2017
CU field house damaged in a fire, with plans to rebuild
2022
School of Chiropractic was added
🏛️
120 Years
of Excellence

Schools & Colleges

3 notable schools within Campbellsville University

🏫

School of Art

Features classrooms, a computer lab, a gallery building, and the Tesseneer complex with a printing press room and classroom.

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School of Education

Oversees the preparation of teachers, offering graduate and online education in various certifications and roles, accredited by NCATE, EPSB, and CAEP.

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School of Chiropractic

Established in 2022, offering a Doctor of Chiropractic program focused on comprehensive education in spinal health, musculoskeletal care, and holistic patient management.

Leadership

via Wikipedia
Joseph Hopkins
President
Jeanette Parker
Provost

Data from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

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