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What is Your Passion?

During this season of giving back, take the opportunity to make an investment in a mission you care about. When you support your NKU passion, your generosity makes an impact the lives of students, in the region and the world. Make a difference by giving today. Support your passion.

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NKU Ranks Among Best in Kentucky for Return on Educational Investment

Northern Kentucky University ranks as the second-best value school among Kentucky universities and colleges, according to the latest study by SmartAsset. Read the press release for more information.

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NKU joins Moon Shot for Equity

NKU, Gateway Community and Technical College, Miami University, and Cincinnati State Technical and Community College announced today that they have joined “Moon Shot for Equity,” a national initiative that aims to close equity gaps within regional cohorts of two- and four-year colleges and universities by 2030. Learn more about Moon Shot for Equity.

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80+ Majors // 22 Master's Programs // 1 Law School

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University Center

The University Center is a hub for many student services including academic advising, Norse TechBar, student health services, career services, the bookstore, our Veteran’s Resource Station and much more!

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W. Frank Steely Library

The Steely Library gives students access to information in both print and non-print formats, as well as more than 200 databases and indexes to support any research project or class assignment.

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Fine Arts Center

NKU features the largest and number-one ranked theatre program in the state of Kentucky. The Fine Arts Center is home to the School of the Arts which includes majors in not only theatre, but dance, music, music and visual arts.

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Griffin Hall

Home to the College of Informatics, Griffin Hall is a unique and inviting state-of-the-art facility where a new generation of professionals are building our region's information economy. Griffin Hall boasts a 120-seat reconfigurable auditorium with a floor-to-ceiling digital media wall, a large performance studio, an advanced audio and video control room, cybersecurity lab, a 3D Digital Design & VFX lab and much more.

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Health Innovation Center

Students studying nursing, occupational and physical therapies, as well as other health sciences, will develop their professional skills in a progressive environment. The center houses simulation spaces, clinical and nursing skill suites and imaging suites in addition to classrooms for student use from all seven colleges.

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Landrum Academic Center

Programs such as English, History & Geography, Sociology, Anthropology & Philosophy occur in Landrum. The Anthropology Museum, located on the second floor, features displays on local and regional history, as well as diverse areas of interest, including Tibet and Africa. 

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Double major. Choose one major and three minors. Choose two majors and one minor.

Your time at NKU doesn’t have to – and shouldn’t – be one-dimensional. 

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Access the latest NKU Magazine stories featuring the accomplishments of our students, faculty, staff and alumni. View the latest magazine issue.
  • A Historic Save

    A Historic Save

    "No matter what happens, I want to stay true to who I am. It’s such a big deal to me to have this opportunity. Everything I worked for led to this moment, and I know how many doors can open just from this chance. "

  • Student Spotlight: Chandra Huff

    Student Spotlight: Chandra Huff

    “The information I’m learning and the feedback I’m getting from my professors—and even my classmates—is going to make me a better social worker."

  • Orientation Leader Spotlight: Julia Bottoms

    Orientation Leader Spotlight: Julia Bottoms

    "I have had the most amazing professors and bosses here at NKU that truly seek to cultivate an environment where students from all walks of life with a diverse array of dreams and aspirations can thrive throughout their time in college and beyond."

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