Asbury University
"Faith-based liberal arts with purpose & close community"
📍 Location: Wilmore, Kentucky
📆 Founded: 1890
🏫 Institution Type: Private Christian Liberal Arts University
🔍 HighPath Summary
Asbury University blends academic excellence with a deeply rooted Christian worldview, offering a values-based liberal arts education in a close-knit campus setting. With small class sizes, strong faith integration, and a focus on service and character development, it is ideal for students seeking purpose-driven education. Personality types such as ISFJ, ESFJ, ENFP, and INFJ may find Asbury’s nurturing, faith-oriented environment a perfect match for academic and spiritual growth.
🎓 Academic Snapshot
Undergraduate Enrollment: ~1,600
Student-Faculty Ratio: 12:1
Tuition & Fees (2024-25): ~$34,000
Acceptance Rate: ~77%
Test Policy: Test-Optional
Application Deadlines: Rolling Admissions
📚 Notable Programs
Media Communication
Equine Studies
Elementary and Secondary Education
Business Administration
Worship Arts
Psychology
Biology
🚀 Signature Opportunities
Asbury Media Communications: Nationally recognized broadcast journalism and film programs
Equine Program: One of the most comprehensive in the U.S.
Cross-Cultural Engagement Trips: Emphasis on global service and missions
Spiritual Emphasis Weeks & Chapel: Core to student life
🏅 Recognition & Reputation
Named a Top Regional University South – U.S. News
Featured in Colleges of Distinction for faith, teaching, and community
🧬 Personality Fit
Students who thrive here often demonstrate:
Strong personal values and integrity
Desire to integrate faith with academics
Interest in service, education, or ministry
Great fit for: ISFJ, ESFJ, ENFP, INFJ
🧭 Campus Life
Facilities:
Miller Center for Communication Arts
Equine Center & Riding Facilities
Kinlaw Library
Hughes Auditorium (site of major revivals)Community Engagement:
Local service programs and ministries
Cross-cultural immersion and missions
🌿 Sustainability & Culture
Emphasis on faith-driven stewardship
Student-led environmental initiatives on campus
🌟 Notable Alumni
William “Billy” Snell – Emmy Award-winning editor
David Seamands – Author and pastor
Jeff Struecker – Decorated U.S. Army Ranger & pastor
Lisa Harper – Christian speaker and author