Kentucky Christian University โ Organization Profile
Kentucky Christian University (KCU) is a private Christian university serving students through a Christ-centered academic community. Based in Grayson, Kentucky, KCU has a long history of equipping students for lives of faithful service through undergraduate and graduate education, campus discipleship, and practical ministry formation. The universityโs guiding emphasis is often summarized by its โChrist, Character, Careerโ focus, connecting spiritual formation with vocational preparation.
KCUโs stated mission is to engage students in a transformative educational experience that equips them as effective Christian professionals providing servant leadership for the church and society. While KCU welcomes students from a variety of backgrounds, it is rooted in the fellowship of independent congregations known as Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, with a governance structure that includes a Board of Trustees. From its campus in Eastern Kentucky, KCU serves students preparing for ministry and marketplace callings across the region and beyond.
Academically, KCU offers programs across multiple schools and learning formats, including on-campus and online options. Areas of study include Bible and ministry preparation, education, nursing, business and leadership, and broader humanities and sciences coursework. The university emphasizes integration of faith and learning, aiming to prepare graduates who can navigate professional responsibilities with Christian conviction, ethical clarity, and practical competence.
Beyond the classroom, KCU highlights community life as part of student developmentโchapel gatherings, campus activities, and student organizations designed to build relationships and encourage spiritual growth. The university also hosts events and initiatives connected to its wider community impact, including conference programming and youth-focused experiences such as Summer in the Son, held on the KCU campus in Grayson.
For those looking to connect with KCU, there are several clear pathways: prospective students can apply or request information through the admissions office, alumni and churches can engage through partnership and support opportunities, and friends of the university can contribute financially through giving initiatives and campaigns such as For the Good of the Cause. KCU also maintains athletics under the โKnightsโ identity, providing students opportunities to compete while representing the university.
Key Links
- Website: https://www.kcu.edu/
- About KCU: https://www.kcu.edu/about/
- Academics: https://www.kcu.edu/academics/
- Apply & Afford: https://www.kcu.edu/apply-afford/
- Steps to Apply: https://www.kcu.edu/apply-afford/steps-to-apply/
- Give (KCU Give): https://www.kcu.edu/kcu-give/
- For the Good of the Cause: https://www.kcu.edu/forthegoodofthecause/
- Office of the President: https://www.kcu.edu/about/office-of-the-president/
- Board of Trustees: https://www.kcu.edu/board-of-trustees/
- Athletics (KCU Knights): https://www.kcuknights.com/
Contact Information
- Email: kn*****@*cu.edu
- Phone: 800-522-3181
- Mailing address: 100 Academic Parkway, Grayson, KY 41143
Socials
- https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kentucky-Christian-University/181782685172799/
- https://www.youtube.com/@KCU1919
Leadership
- Dr. Terry Allcorn โ President
- Mr. Tracy Hansen โ Board Chair
- John Penrose โ Vice President of Enrollment
- Calvin Lindell โ Vice President of Academic Affairs
- Donald M. Damron โ Vice President of Student Services
