Head-to-Head Analysis
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Updated January 2026 • Wilmore, KY & Campbellsville, KY
When students choose between Asbury University and Campbellsville University, they're comparing two Kentucky private colleges with similar missions but vastly different outcomes. Both schools emphasize business programs and serve modest-income students, but Asbury graduates nearly two-thirds of its students while Campbellsville graduates less than half.
The $2,182 annual price difference pales compared to the completion risk that affects long-term success.
Median Student Debt at Graduation
$24,028
federal loans
$17,156
federal loans
Median Parent PLUS Loans
$21,858
borrowed by parents
$10,370
borrowed by parents
Asbury is predominantly business-focused, with 22% of graduates earning degrees in business fields, followed by 14% in education and 6% in arts. Campbellsville has a similar but more diverse mix: 17% business and 8% education.
Asbury's largest programs include Business Administration (57 graduates) and Radio/Television Communications (42). Campbellsville's top programs include General Business (73 graduates), Social Work (60), and Criminal Justice (44).
Both schools prepare students for similar career paths, but completion rates shape actual outcomes.
For students prioritizing completion likelihood, Asbury delivers an 18 percentage point advantage that typically justifies the higher investment — but only for those who graduate. Campbellsville offers meaningful cost savings and demonstrates stronger institutional effectiveness for completers, making it the better choice for cost-conscious students confident in their academic preparation.
The data points to a fundamental tradeoff: pay more for better completion odds at Asbury, or save significantly at Campbellsville while accepting higher non-completion risk. Given the substantial debt burden at Asbury and only modest earnings differences, most students would benefit from Campbellsville's lower-risk financial profile.
Key Takeaway
The numbers are close, but the best school depends on your goals, values, and career aspirations.
This comparison was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
This comparison uses Azimuth's proprietary ROI model based on U.S. Dept. of Education data. View Full Methodology.
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