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HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, KY— The Wall Street Journal has recognized ����ǿ�� as one of the top universities in the country for exceptional value and putting graduates on the path to lucrative careers. ����ǿ�� ranks 40th of out 400 universities around the country when it comes to best value. 

The study looked at how quickly a degree from ����ǿ�� pays for its cost through the salary earned by students after graduation. According to the study, it takes ����ǿ�� graduates an average of one year and two months to pay off the net price of a degree. ����ǿ�� is the only public university in the region and the Commonwealth that made The Wall Street Journal’s top 100 rankings.

“����ǿ�� is an engine for social mobility and this report just confirms that the hard work we are doing to remain affordable while simultaneously providing a high-quality education for students in our region, is working,” remarks Interim President Bonita Brown in reaction to the release of the study. “We have been successful at preparing students for their desired career paths and will continue to do so while keeping affordability and ROI as top priorities.” 

In the last 5 years ����ǿ��’s graduation rates have increased and the time-to-degree has decreased. ����ǿ�� students are graduating sooner and spending less. Brent Cooper, President and CEO of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce states, “����ǿ��’s commitment to providing high-quality education at an affordable cost only serves to further strengthen our region’s workforce and economy. This accolade reflects ����ǿ��’s dedication to excellence and affordability. ����ǿ�� continues to be an invaluable asset for the Northern Kentucky metro region.”