
KYSU Online
Earn your degree online, on a schedule that fits around your job, your family, and your goals, backed by the same faculty and academic standards as KYSU's campus programs.
The KYSU Online Difference
Every course is taught by faculty trained through nationally recognized programs, including credentials from the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE), which is endorsed by the American Council on Education. KYSU Online also partners with Quality Matters to uphold rigorous course design standards, so you can expect an organized, engaging class every term.
Most courses run on an accelerated eight-week schedule, with new terms starting multiple times a year. A handful of programs still follow a traditional sixteen-week format; your program page has the specifics.
You're paired with a Student Support Concierge for personalized advising, plus free 24/7 tutoring through Upswing and a team of online specialists who understand that online students keep different hours than everyone else.
Tuition is charged per credit hour, with additional discounts available for active-duty military, veterans, and Kentucky state employees.
The Thoro10 Framework
Express your ideas clearly in writing, conversation, and formal presentations.
Evaluate information, solve problems, and generate new ideas.
Use data to guide sound, well-informed decisions.
Collaborate respectfully with people from all backgrounds and perspectives.
Navigate change while motivating and supporting others.
Act with integrity, accountability, and strong work habits.
Contribute to the communities and causes that matter to you.
Work effectively with others toward a shared goal.
Put your coursework to work in real career settings.
Evaluate and responsibly apply information when it counts.
Student Voices
"I chose Kentucky State because they are a military-friendly school with a rich history. Online learning works for me because I travel often for work, and I get to work at my own pace while still receiving a top-notch education."
Juan Nava
U.S. Army, KYSU Online student
"Their commitment to students, whether you are walking in the yard or logging in from home, never wavers. KYSU has so many resources for students, from my student concierge to professors who check in when you grow quiet. That is what I would tell anyone who is unsure about enrolling."

Betty Moss
KYSU Online student
"My experience at Kentucky State has reinforced my belief that leadership is about serving others, creating opportunities, and leaving a lasting legacy for future generations."

Allen Claycomb
KYSU Online, MBA student
"To advance my career as a certified judicial support specialist and judicial secretary for a circuit court judge, I needed a bachelor's degree. KYSU Online was the perfect fit — the tuition discount through my employer, the Administrative Office of the Courts, and its flexible online format let me balance school, work, and family as a full-time student."

Dawn Lovelace
KYSU Online Graduate
"As a Louisville native, Kentucky State University's Doctor of Nursing Practice program was the perfect fit for me. After learning about the program from an alumnus and discovering its strong reputation, I knew I had found the right place. Becoming the first person in my family to earn a doctorate is an achievement I'll always cherish, and I am deeply grateful for the grant support that helped make my dream a reality."

Dr. Christy Elliott-Cox
Doctoral Nursing Graduate

1886
Founded
Our Heritage
Kentucky State University was founded in 1886 and has spent well over a century preparing students to lead. That legacy continues through KYSU Online, which extends the same academic standards and support students expect on campus to learners anywhere in the country.
KYSU Online is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA), meaning qualified students can enroll from anywhere in the country.
85%+
Student satisfaction
in learning experience, advising, and responsiveness.
ACUE
Certified faculty
delivering high-quality, engaging instruction aligned with national teaching standards.
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A growing online community
of learners balancing work, family, and education.
HBCU
A distinctive culture of care
where students are supported, valued, and connected.
Programs
Tuition
Rates are per credit hour, per semester. For a full cost estimate, contact Online Admissions at onlineadmissions@kysu.edu.
See Full Tuition & Aid Details| Level | Rate |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $350/credit hour |
| Undergraduate — Military/Veteran | $250/credit hour |
| Graduate | $475/credit hour |
| Graduate — Military/Veteran | $275/credit hour |
| Doctor of Nursing Practice | $620/credit hour |
| Additional fees | $50 technology fee · $37/credit hour book fee |
Your Next Step
Our Online Admissions team is here to walk you through every step, from your first question to your first day of class.