Union Commonwealth University
Old Classroom Building | |
Former name | Union College |
|---|---|
| Motto | Pro Deo Et Homine |
Motto in English | For God and Mankind |
| Type | Private university |
| Established | 1879 |
Religious affiliation | United Methodist Church |
Academic affiliations | NAICU CIC |
| President | DJ Washington |
| Students | 1,324 (fall 2024) |
| Undergraduates | 775 |
| Postgraduates | 549 |
| Location | , , United States |
| Colors | Orange & Black |
| Nickname | Bulldogs |
Sporting affiliations | NAIA – Appalachian |
| Website | unionky.edu |
Union Commonwealth University (formerly Union College) is a private university in Barbourville, Kentucky. The university was founded in 1879 and is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Union's 1,324 students represent 31 states and 33 countries.
Union's 100-acre (0.40 km2) campus is in southeastern Kentucky. Approximately 30 percent of students live in three residence halls and apartments on campus.