General Questions
- Where is The University of the Cumberlands?
- What is meant by liberal arts?
- How many students are enrolled at Cumberland?
- What percentage of Cumberland’s students are from Kentucky?
- What is the minority ratio?
- What programs of study majors are offered?
- What graduate degrees are offered at University of the Cumberlands?
- What is the student-faculty ratio?
- What factors does UC consider when evaluating an application for admission?
- How can my son/daughter apply?
- Does UC have a foreign language requirement for admissions?
- What is the average high school GPA, SAT, and ACT scores of UC’s freshmen?
- When should my son/daughter take the ACT/SAT?
- What percentage of your graduates attend graduate school?
- Are internships available?
- Is there opportunity to study abroad?
- How can my son/daughter get help for their classes?
- Are there computer facilities available?
- What is the retention rate at UC?
- What do college guides say about University of the Cumberlands?
- Do many of the students live on campus?
- How’s the food?
- Can freshmen have cars?
- What is the security like on UC’s campus?
- What types of student organizations are available?
- What type of sports are available?
- What athletic division is UC in?
- Do you offer athletic scholarships?
- When is the best time to visit campus?
Residence Life
- What furnishings are in a typical room?
- Can a student bring his/her personal furniture and have the furniture in the room moved to storage?
- Are students’ possessions covered by school insurance?
- What are the size restrictions for refrigerators and microwaves in rooms?
- When will new students receive their room/roommate information?
- How does a student request a roommate?
- During what hours are the residence halls locked?
- Is it essential that a student bring a personal computer?
- What if each student in a room has a personal computer…can they each be on them at the same time?
- Can parents visit at any time?
- How can a student be reached when an emergency occurs?
- How does a student receive mail?
- How does a student receive packages?
- Where are the closest hospitals?
- What about access to doctors and dentists?
- Are students permitted in the residence halls of the opposite sex?
Financial Planning / Bursar's Office
- According to my son/daughter's financial Aid Award, he/she is responsible to pay all or part of his/her tuition costs. If he/she is not able to pay the fall fees in full by August 1st, can he/she make monthly payments?
- If my son/daughter chooses to use the monthly payment option, will he/she be charged interest?
- My son/daughter is eligible to apply for a Stafford and/or PLUS loan. What steps should he/she follow to get a loan?
- According to my son/daughter's Financial Aid Award, he/she has Private or Federal Workstudy as part of his/her aid package. Where will he/she work to complete his/her Workstudy assignment?
- Due to sports and classes, my son/daughter does not have time to complete his/her Workstudy assignment. How will this change the amount that my son/daughter is responsible to pay?
- After my son/daughter signed and returned his/her Financial Aid Award, he/she received an outside scholarship. What does he/she need to do and will this change the amount that he/she needs to pay?
- Can my son/daughter make his/her monthly payments on a credit card or automatically withdraw payments from a checking account?
- How does my son/daughter purchase textbooks?
- Where can my son/daughter cash personal checks?
- As a dormitory student, how will my son/daughter be permitted to eat in the cafeteria?
- As a commuting student, how will my son/daughter be permitted to eat in the cafeteria?
- If my son/daughter brings a vehicle on campus, must he/she obtain a parking permit and if so, what is the cost?
- If my son/daughter cannot attend Cumberland this Fall, is he/she required to cancel and will he/she be charged a fee?
Career Services
- What if my son/daughter is undecided about his/her major?
- Can you help my son/daughter get a job while attending college or upon graduation?
Where is The University of the Cumberlands?
The University of the Cumberlands is a small, private, Southern Baptist, liberal arts university located in Williamsburg, Kentucky on I-75. Williamsburg is a small, friendly town of about 6,000 people.
What is meant by liberal arts?
A liberal arts education is a broad-based education in which a student studies a variety of different subjects in addition to concentrating on a particular area of study. The liberal arts education prepares the student for a lifetime of opportunities and changes.
How many students are enrolled at Cumberland?
Enrollment for the 2004-2005 academic year for undergraduates was 1608. UC also has graduate work and a degree-completion program. Altogether UC has over 1700 students.
What percentage of Cumberland’s students are from Kentucky?
66% of UC’s students are from Kentucky. University of the Cumberlands also has students from 38 other states and many countries.
The minority ratio is 10.18%. UC has a very diverse student body; we have students from 38 states and many different countries.
What programs of study majors are offered?
| Accounting | Physical Science* |
| Art* | Physics |
| Biblical Languages | Political Science |
| Biological Science* | Psychology |
| Biology | Public Health |
| Business Administration | Religion |
| Business and Marketing Education* | Social Studies* |
| Chemistry | Social Work |
| Church Music | Spanish |
| Communication Arts | Special Education* |
| Computer Information Systems* | Speech/Media Communications* |
| Early Elementary Education* | Theatre Arts |
| English* | Pre-professional Programs |
| French | Pre-Dentistry |
| Health* | Pre-Engineering |
| History | Pre-law |
| History and Political Science | Pre-Medicine |
| Mathematics* | Pre-Nursing |
| Medical Technology | Pre-Optometry |
| Middle School Education* | Pre-Pharmacy |
| Movement and Leisure Studies* | Pre-Physical Therapy |
| Music* | Pre-Veterinary Medicine |
| Philosophy/Religion |
*Teacher Certification Available
What graduate degrees are offered at University of the Cumberlands?
Master’s degrees are awarded in education. To learn more about the program please contact our graduate admissions at 606-539-4432 or visit our graduate studies webpage.
What is the student-faculty ratio?
The student-faculty ratio is 16-to-1, with an average class size of 27.
What factors does UC consider when evaluating an application for admission?
Each student is considered individually for admissions. The Admissions and Scholarship Committee considers courses taken, grade trends, extra curricular involvement, essay, etc…
How can my son/daughter apply?
He/she can apply to UC by requesting an application from the Admissions Office (1-800-343-1609) or by visiting our website. He/she can apply online or print one from our admission's page.
Does UC have a foreign language requirement for admissions?
University of the Cumberlands does not require a foreign language as an admission requirement.
What is the average high school GPA, SAT, and ACT scores of UC’s freshmen?
For the 2004-2005 enrolled freshman the average GPA was 3.44. The average ACT score was a 22, and the average SAT score was a 1013.
When should my son/daughter take the ACT/SAT?
It is recommended that he/she start taking the ACT or SAT during he/she junior year in high school. We recommend that he/she take the test more than once.
Many students improve their score with each test. To get more information about the ACT please visit http://www.actstudent.org/index.html or for the SAT, please visit http://www.collegeboard.com/prof/.
What percentage of your graduates attend graduate school?
Within 5 years of graduation, 66% of our alums have completed or are working on a graduate degree.
Internships are available and required as credit for most majors. For more information visit our http://www.ucumberlands.edu/academics/internships/
Is there opportunity to study abroad?
Yes, there is opportunity for studying abroad. To find out more information please contact Janie Carter
How can my son/daughter get help for his/her classes?
UC offers a free tutoring program at the Academic Resource Center. To get more information please visit the ARC webpage. Faculty are also available outside of class to offer assistance.
Are there computer facilities available?
UC has computer labs in most academic buildings including our library. We also have labs in some of the residence halls. You may bring your own computer is you wish, All residence halls rooms have Internet access and wireless access is available in some areas of campus.
What is the retention rate at UC?
University of the Cumberland’s retention rate is 63.46%.
What do college guides say about University of the Cumberlands?
Recognition by U. S. News and World Report in its list of America's Best Colleges and by the John Templeton Foundation as a member of its distinguished Honor Roll of Character Building Colleges signals that a UC education is an exceptional value.
Do many of the students live on campus?
Yes, most students live on campus. UC is a residential campus. All students are required to live on campus except those who meet certain requirements. To live off campus, a student must either be 22 years of age, married, have children, or live with parents. If you have any questions contact the Office of Student Services at 1-800-343-1609 or locally at 539-4230
Of course, we thinks it's great, however, you may wish to visit Campus Dining Services page or better yet, come for a visit and have lunch on us!
Yes, freshmen are allowed to have cars on campus. A parking permit is required for all students that have a car on campus.
What is the security like on UC’s campus?
University of the Cumberlands attempts to provide a safe and secure environment for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The College has developed policies and procedures, offers educational programs and cooperates with local law enforcement agencies. To find out more about campus security please visit our Campus Safety page.
What types of student organizations are available?
Visit our student life page to learn more about the student activities and organizations UC has to offer.
What type of sports are available?
University of the Cumberlands has 11 sports for men and 11 for women. They include baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, fast pitch softball, football, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s judo, men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s swimming, men’s and women’s tennis, men’s and women’s track, volleyball, and men’s and women’s wrestling. To find out more information and contact information on our sports teams please visit our Athletics page
What athletic division is UC in?
University of the Cumberlands is in the NAIA Division I.
Do you offer athletic scholarships?
UC does offer athletic scholarships. To find out more about our sports program please visit our Athletics page. Be a Patriot!
When is the best time to visit campus?
Our Office of Admissions is open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. When you are ready to visit campus, contact our Campus Visit Coordinator, Shelleigh Moses who will arrange a schedule for you that addresses your unique interests. Visit classes, meet students, faculty and coaches, and even spend the night in one of our residence halls if you like. We're eager to show you all that UC has to offer. Call: (800)343-1609 or (606) 539-4241 Email: smoses@ucumberlands.edu
What furnishings are in a typical room?
Most rooms are two-person rooms and have two beds, two chests, two chairs, and two desks; however, furnishings are dependent upon the room size and not all rooms have desks for everyone in the room.
Can a student bring his/her personal furniture and have the furniture in the room moved to storage?
Due to a lack of storage space, no furniture may be removed from the room. Personal furnishings may be added only if room size permits; however, such furnishings are not covered by school insurance
Are students’ possessions covered by school insurance?
College insurance does not cover personal belongings even in the case of fire, theft, or any other means of loss.
What are the size restrictions for refrigerators and microwaves in rooms?
Personal refrigerators should not exceed 3 feet in height and microwaves should not exceed 700 watts.
When will new students receive their room/roommate information?
Room information will be mailed early to mid-July.
How does a student request a roommate?
Roommate requests must be received in the Office of Student Services no later than June 1 prior to the opening of residence halls for the fall semester. Requests should be made on the student’s Housing Application or may be communicated by phone, e-mail or letter. Roommate requests must be made by each person involved.
During what hours are the residence halls locked?
Residence halls are locked from 12:00 midnight until 7:00 a.m. Sundays through Thursdays; they are locked from 2:00 a.m. until 7:00 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays. After closing, students may gain entry to their residence hall by presenting their ID and signing in at the Bock Building Security Office.
Is it essential that a student bring a personal computer?
While it is nice for the student to have a personal computer, there are several computer labs on campus, as well as laptops which are available to be checked out on a daily basis through the Office of Student Services.
What if each student in a room has a personal computer…can they each be on them at the same time?
They may use computers at the same time if they use a hub; these are available on a limited basis through the Campus Networking Office or may be purchased at stores such as Wal-Mart.
Can parents visit at any time?
Parents are welcome to visit; however, because students have very busy schedules, it is best to plan the visit with the student.
How can a student be reached when an emergency occurs?
If the student cannot be reached directly in their room or through a personal cell phone, etc., a parent may contact the Office of Student Services during office hours, or the Residence Hall Director, Ms. Carter or Dr. Colegrove after office hours. These numbers are listed in the Parent Handbook for your convenience.
How does a student receive mail?
A student may receive mail through General Delivery at 7000 College Station Drive, Williamsburg, Kentucky 40769, or they may rent a postal box at the beginning of the semester at the campus Post Office (roommates often share a box).
How does a student receive packages?
Small packages may be sent to the student’s postal box; larger packages may be sent through UPS or FEDEX to the student’s attention, 816 Walnut Street, Williamsburg, Kentucky 40769. Students will be notified by the office holding the package; however, the student can only retrieve packages during the Post Office hours and must present their ID in order to obtain the package.
Where are the closest hospitals?
There are two local hospitals: Baptist Regional Medical Center is located in Corbin (approximately 20 miles north of Williamsburg) and Jellico Community Hospital is located in Jellico, Tennessee (approximately 15 miles south of Williamsburg).
What about access to doctors and dentists?
There are several doctors and dentists located in town, including Dr. David Williams who operates the campus health center as an extension of his local office. After an initial consultation with Dr. Williams, students may receive treatment or get allergy shots at the campus location. If students requires after-hours care, they should contact their residence hall staff for assistance.
Are students permitted in the residence halls of the opposite sex?
Students are permitted in the residence hall lobbies of the opposite sex during the hours of 10:00 a.m. until closing, or in the rooms of other students during Open House hours which are listed in the Student Handbook.
According to my son/daughter's Financial Aid Award, he/she is responsible to pay all or part of his/her tuition costs. If he/she is not able to pay the fall fees in full by August 1st, can he/she make monthly payments?
Yes, we offer an interest free monthly payment plan, administered by Educational Computer Systems, Inc. (ECSI). This is a convenient alternative to a lump-sum payment each term. See Financial Aid, for more information.
If my son/daughter chooses to use the monthly payment option, will he/she be charged interest?
No, he/she will not be charged interest. There is, however, an application fee of $50 per year, or $25 per term.
My son/daughter is eligible to apply for a Stafford and/or PLUS loan. What steps should he/she follow to get a loan?
He/she needs to contact the Financial Planning Office located on the second floor of the Gatliff Building. He/she may also reach them at (800)532-0828
According to my son/daughter's Financial Aid Award, he/she has Private or Federal Workstudy as part of his/her aid package. Where will he/she work to complete his/her Workstudy assignment?
Workstudy assignments are made through the Financial Planning Office. Before he/she arrives in August, he/she will receive correspondence from the Financial Planning staff regarding what steps he/she should take to confirm your work assignment.
Due to sports and classes, my son/daughter does not have time to complete his/her Workstudy assignment. How will this change the amount that he/she is responsible to pay?
If he/she does not complete his/her Workstudy assignment, the amount he/she is responsible to pay will increase. Therefore, he/she needs to be prepared to pay the difference.
After my son/daughter signed and returned his/her Financial Aid Award, he/she received an outside scholarship. What does he/she need to do and will this change the amount that he/she needs to pay?
All scholarships need to be reported to the Financial Planning Office to be included in his/her aid package. Yes, this may change the amount that he/she is responsible to pay. A revised Award letter will be sent to him/her for his/her signature.
Can my son/daughter make his/her monthly payments on a credit card or automatically withdraw the payment from his/her checking account?
Yes, when he/she completes his/her application for the monthly payment plan, he/she can arrange this payment option.
How does my son/daughter purchase textbooks?
He/she has several options:
- The Bookstore accepts cash, checks, and credit cards
- He/she can charge his/her books (new and used) with a valid University ID card. The charges will appear on his/her monthly tuition statements.
Where can my son/daughter cash personal checks?
He/she can cash personal checks at the Bursar's Office. The maximum amount is $100.00. Also, some local banks offer free checking accounts to UC students.
As a dormitory student, how will my son/daughter be permitted to eat in the cafeteria?
He/she has been charged room and board fees. This allows him/her to eat in the cafeteria by presenting his/her valid University ID card. This card must be presented at every meal.
As a commuting student, how will my son/daughter be permitted to eat in the cafeteria?
He/she must purchase a meal ticket from the Director of Food Services. This office is located in the cafeteria. Also, he/she may purchase his/her meals in The Grill, located in the Boswell Campus Center.
If my son/daughter brings a vehicle on campus, must he/she obtain a parking permit and if so, what is the cost?
Yes, he/she is required to register his/her vehicle with Business Services. This office is located in the basement of the Gatliff Building. The cost is $25.00 per permit.
If my son/daughter cannot attend Cumberland this Fall, is he/she required to cancel and will he/she be charged a fee?
Yes, you are required to cancel by calling the Registrar's Office at (800)343-1609 or (606)539-5316. As a Freshman or Transfer student, if you cancel by August 2, 2005 you will not be charged a late fee.
What if my son/daughter is undecided about his/her major?
Career Services offers career counseling to students through seminars or individual appointments. Interest inventories, personality assessments, and other resources are available to assist students as they explore career options.
Can you help my son/daughter get a job while attending college or upon graduation?
While attending college, students may qualify for federal or private work positions. These positions are assigned through the Financial Planning Office. Career Services assigns students as Presidential workers for positions in food service or physical plant. Part-time and full-time jobs, on an doff campus, are posted on bulletin boards in the Boswell Campus Center.
Prior to graduation, all students are encouraged to use the job search, resume' writing, interview skills and other resources available through Career Services. Students who take advantage of this service are much better prepared to enter the professional world of work.