Eastern Kentucky University

Department of Nursing

Eastern Kentucky University is a Public institution with a campus in Richmond, Kentucky. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. The Richmond, Kentucky campus for Eastern Kentucky University is located in a Town setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 14,324. The student-to-faculty ratio is 16-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $9,844, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $20,222 for the most recent reporting period.

Nursing Programs

  • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
  • Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • Post Master of Science in Nursing Certificate (Post-MSN)
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
  • Doctor of Nursing Research or Education (PhD)

Visit the Eastern Kentucky University website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in Kentucky periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for Kentucky will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.

Tuition Cost And Admissions

Description2023-2024
Student population:14,324
Student-to-faculty ratio:16-to-1
In-state tuition & fees:$9,844
Out-of-state tuition & fees:$20,222
Room and board:$10,360
Percent on financial aid:99%
Campus housing:yes
Percent admitted:64%
SAT Reading Writing range:470-590
SAT Math range:470-595
ACT Composite range:17-24
ACT English range:16-24
ACT Math range:16-23

Student Profile

Male 39%
Female 61%
Full-Time 71%
Part-Time 29%
Undergraduate 85%
Graduate 15%

Ethnicity of Students


Campus Location

Click the map below to see the campus location and to get driving directions to Eastern Kentucky University. You can also see the Eastern Kentucky University campus setting and nearby attractions in satellite or street view mode.

Map showing the location of Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond, Kentucky

  • Address: 521 Lancaster Avenue, Richmond, Kentucky 40475
  • Phone Number: 859-622-1000

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Last updated: July 23, 2024

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