PRIVATE NON-PROFIT · GRADUATE

Spalding University

Also known as: Spalding

📍 Louisville, Kentucky🏛️ Urban Setting👥 583 Undergrads🔗 www.spalding.edu

Overview

Spalding University is an small private non-profit research university in Louisville, Kentucky. It enrolls about 583 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 99%. Graduates earn a median of $49,438 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

99%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

977

440–513

Net Price

$25,491

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

52%

Retention

64%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$49,438

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

99.5%

SAT Average

977

ACT Composite

15–22

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200440 – 513 (mid 50%)800

Math

200435 – 525 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

115 – 22 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$29,200

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$29,200

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$45,530

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$25,491

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$20,509
$30,001 – $48,000	$22,475
$48,001 – $75,000	$24,378
$75,001 – $110,000	$28,122
$110,001 +	$29,278

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

59.0%

Academics & Programs

Spalding University offers programs across 14 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Health Professions

44.5%

Business, Management & Marketing

16.5%

Psychology

11.6%

Public Administration & Social Services

6.7%

Education

4.9%

Visual & Performing Arts

3.7%

Communication & Journalism

2.4%

English Language & Literature

2.4%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

52%

On-Time (4yr)

42%

Retention (FT)

64%

% Earning >$25K

77%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$42,870

8 years

$48,021

10 years

$49,438

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

100.0%

White

54.4%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

60.4%

Black or African American

23.5%

Asian

1.4%

Hispanic / Latino

8.2%

Two or more races

2.7%

International

1.0%

Gender

Women

61.1%

Men

38.9%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spalding University hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 99%. Admitted students average an SAT of 977.

How much does Spalding University cost?

In-state tuition is $29,200, and out-of-state is $29,200. Average net price after financial aid is $25,491.

What is Spalding University known for?

Most popular programs include Health Professions, Business, Management & Marketing, Psychology.

What's the graduation rate at Spalding University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 52%, and 64% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.