Real costs by state · Kentucky · public colleges, in-state prices
Across 8 Kentucky public colleges, families earning $75,000–$110,000 paid between $1,958 and $21,192 per year — the lowest at Kentucky State University. (Federal College Scorecard data, July 2026 refresh; in-state prices.)
| School | Sticker / yr | $75–110k families paid |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky State University | $21,727 | $1,958 |
| Northern Kentucky University | $19,725 | $12,679 |
| Murray State University | $23,485 | $12,811 |
| Morehead State University | $21,961 | $13,341 |
| Western Kentucky University | $24,188 | $14,049 |
| Eastern Kentucky University | $23,735 | $14,384 |
| University of Louisville | $32,941 | $20,995 |
| University of Kentucky | $34,391 | $21,192 |
"Paid" is the average net price reported to the U.S. Department of Education for aided in-state families at $75,000–$110,000 household income — planning data, not an offer. Out-of-state families typically pay more. Other income bands are on each school's page.
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