Sullivan University

3101 Bardstown Rd
Louisville, KY 40205
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • Sullivan University is a private institution of higher learning dedicated to providing educational enrichment opportunities for the intellectual, social and professional development of its students. The institution offers career-focused curricula with increasing rigor from the certificate through diploma, associate, bachelor`s, master`s and doctoral degree levels. Throughout those curricula, the university seeks to promote the development of critical thinking, effective verbal and written communication, computer literacy, and teamwork as well as an appreciation for life-long learning, cultural diversity and the expression of professionalism in all activities. At the graduate level, the university also seeks to promote a culture of research.

School Highlights

Sullivan University serves 2,498 students (63% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 37:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 28%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 2,498 students
  • Private-state tuition: $13,500
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 53%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Sullivan University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 125 teachers has declined by 80% over five years.
Sullivan University
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Year Founded
1962
Total Faculty
125 staff
82 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Theory is great. Practice is better.
AccreditationAccred.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Student Body

The student population of Sullivan University has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 5:1 over five years.
The Sullivan University diversity score of 0.70 is more than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has grown by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,498 students
3,274 students

Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
37:1

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Full-Time Students
1,562 students
1,128 students

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
936 students
2,146 students

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,085 students
2,618 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,208 students
1,102 students

Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Full-Time Graduate Students
354 students
242 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
877 students
2,146 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
59 students
88 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
512 students
459 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
2%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Hispanic
9%
7%
% Black
23%
10%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% White
47%
72%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Two or more races
7%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
10%
5%
Diversity Score
0.70
0.46

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.2747%
n/a
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$29,400

Tuition & Financial Aid

The private state tuition of $13,500 is less than the state average of $13,988. The private state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,500
$13,988
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
98%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$20,206
$11,279
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,953
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at, http://pages.sullivan.edu/programsuccess/

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sullivan University cost?
Sullivan University's private state tuition is approximately $13,500.
What schools are Sullivan University often compared to?
Sullivan Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Community and Technical College by visitors of our site.
What is Sullivan University's ranking?
Sullivan University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kentucky for: Diversity in US community colleges and Average community college minority breakdown.
In what neighborhood is Sullivan University located?
Sullivan University is located in the Hawthorne neighborhood of Louisville, KY.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 2,498 students
  • Private-state tuition: $13,500
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 53%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Jefferson County, KY community colleges have a diversity score of 0.68, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Jefferson County, KY is ATA College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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