Northern Kentucky University
Former name | Northern Kentucky State College (1968–1976) |
|---|---|
| Type | Public university |
| Established | 1968 |
Academic affiliations | GCCCU Space-grant |
| Endowment | $119.2 million (2022) |
| President | Cady Short-Thompson |
| Provost | Diana McGill |
Academic staff | 1,006 |
Administrative staff | 1,021 |
| Students | 15,370 (fall 2024) |
| Undergraduates | 10,327 (fall 2024) |
| Postgraduates | 5,043 (fall 2024) |
| Location | , U.S. 39°01′55″N 84°27′55″W / 39.03194°N 84.46528°W |
| Campus | Suburban, 425 acres (172 ha) |
| Colors | Black and gold |
| Nickname | Norse |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division I Horizon League |
| Mascot | Victor E. Viking |
| Website | www |
Northern Kentucky University is a public university in Highland Heights, Kentucky, United States. Established in 1968, it is the youngest of Kentucky's eight public universities. The university has seven constituent colleges in arts and science, business, education, informatics, health, and the Salmon P. Chase College of Law.