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Also known as: Union Commonwealth University, Union College, UCU
Private Nonprofit school in Barbourville, Kentucky, United States of America
Founded in 1879 as Union College, Union Commonwealth University enrolls approximately 1,203 students across undergraduate and graduate programs and is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The 100‑acre campus in the Appalachian region emphasizes small class sizes (15:1 student‑faculty ratio) and community engagement, offering more than 35 majors including arts and sciences, business, psychology, education, and nursing. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, UCU provides academic scholarships, experiential learning, and study abroad through the Kentucky Institute for International Studies. Its Bulldogs compete in NAIA athletics within the Appalachian Athletic Conference and enjoy regional partnerships, including guaranteed interviews for professional schools.
SAT Scores are optional
This university has a test-optional policy.
Union Commonwealth University implements a test-optional admissions policy: SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission or merit scholarships, with decisions based on high school GPA and holistic review. Applicants may submit scores to compete for academic scholarships such as the Sharp and Trustee Scholarships. Transfer, dual‑credit, and international applicants follow the same policy, although international students must also meet English proficiency requirements via standardized tests or approved alternatives. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required for admission.
Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.
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