C
Average
Score: 48/100

Union College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Barbourville, Kentucky 40906
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 36%
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
F
26/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
B
69/100
Prestige
D
31/100

Quick Stats

1,129
Total Enrollment
36%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
55%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Union College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $139,280
  • Avg rent near campus: $828/mo — vs ~$394/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 40903 (7.4% cap, Pineville)

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🏆 Where Union College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#13
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
of 20 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $28,737 $28,737
Room $3,542
Board $4,719
Total Cost (On-Campus) $44,807 $44,807

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
71%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager 59 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 56 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 29 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 27 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 21 grads/yr Psychology, General 17 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 17 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 17 grads/yr Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other 17 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 14 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 12 grads/yr Education, General 12 grads/yr Medical Informatics 9 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 8 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 8 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 7 grads/yr Athletic Training/Trainer 5 grads/yr Accounting 5 grads/yr Health and Wellness, General 5 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Union College's top programs commonly pursue.

Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr 182,800 jobs
Computer network support specialists
$73k/yr 152,700 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

1,129
Total Students
42%
Women
88%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Hispanic 3%
Black 10%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 28%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 28%
Hybrid (Some Online) 54%
Fully Online 18%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 88%
25-64 (Adult) 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Union College?
Union College has an acceptance rate of 55%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Union College?
Tuition at Union College is $28,737 for in-state students and $28,737 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Union College?
The graduation rate at Union College is 36%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Union College a good school?
Union College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Union College?
Union College has a total enrollment of 1,129 students. Most students (88%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology