Race & Ethnicity
Northern Kentucky University has a diverse student body with 18% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Northern Kentucky University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Northern Kentucky University has a gender distribution of 60% female students and 40% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
26% of total enrollment
39% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Northern Kentucky University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 41% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 13% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
41%
Traditional Age (18-21)
13%
Non-Traditional (25+)
35%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Northern Kentucky University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 74% in-state residents, 25% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
74% of student body
25% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
28 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
18%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
60%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
13%
Non-Traditional Age