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.
These are averages. Your family isn't average.
College Compass runs any of these schools against your student's real GPA, your income band, and your actual high school — admit odds with the math shown, merit likelihood, and the season's deadlines. First three schools free.