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title: Northern Kentucky University vs. Western Kentucky University
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# Northern Kentucky University vs. Western Kentucky University

- [Northern Kentucky University profile](/northern-kentucky-university/)
- [Western Kentucky University profile](/western-kentucky-university/)

## Comparison metrics

| Metric | Northern Kentucky University | Western Kentucky University |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Acceptance Rate | 96% | 97% |
| ACT Composite 75th Percentile | 25 | 20 |
| Annual In-State Tuition | $10,704 | $11,652 |
| Annual Out-of-State Tuition | $21,528 | $27,000 |
| Endowment (End of Year) | $169,705,000 | $173,626,349 |
| Room and Board | $12,712 | $12,582 |
| SAT Math 75th Percentile | 560 | 490 |
| SAT Reading 75th Percentile | 573 | 520 |
| Total Cost of Attendance (In-State) | $23,416 | $24,234 |
| Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State) | $34,240 | $39,582 |
| Total Student Enrollment | 14,961 | 16,759 |

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