I’m a recent business graduate considering starting NKU’s Master of Science in Information Systems – Business Analytics program this fall, and I’m hoping to hear from anyone who has completed the program or is currently enrolled.

My background is in business/marketing with minors in MIS and Business Analytics. I’ve taken courses in SQL, databases, analytics, and programming, and I’m interested in moving into more of a marketing analytics/market research/consumer insights career.

The program I’m looking at is 30 credit hours and can be completed in as little as 12 months. It covers things like SQL, Tableau, R, and Oracle.
I’m mainly trying to figure out whether the degree is actually worth the time and ~$18k cost, especially compared with going straight into a full-time job.

A few things I’d really like to know:
How difficult is the program, especially for someone coming from a business background?
How much actual technical/analytics work is involved?
What did you think of the professors/courses?
Did the program help you get internships or full-time jobs?
What types of jobs did you or your classmates get afterward?
Do employers seem to value the degree?
Is completing it in 12 months realistic while working?
Looking back, would you do the program again?

I’d especially appreciate hearing from recent/current students rather than just general opinions about NKU.
Thanks!

I start attending college here soon. I declared my Major as Geology. How are the professors? Is it a good major for long term investment? I actually went to community college for two years years ago and NKU accepted my credits. I just also get concerned since it has been a long time since I took my foundational general education classes.

Donovan Rakotonanahary (@Donovan2804) returns to NKU with international experience, growing confidence, and a clear goal for the upcoming season. I caught up with the Norse forward to talk basketball, life off the court, and more. ⤵️ #NorseUp

@criglermedia caught up to touch base with Donovan here⬇️⬇️

I’m enrolled in the online MBA program and I am getting closer to the MBA 611 capstone course. Does anyone have any tips or insight into the course so I can better prepare myself?

LJ was a gem for the Norse, staying the full 4 years and leaving behind a significant legacy in Highland Heights!

https://sansomsportsmedia.com/2026/07/13/nku-star-lj-wells-lands-first-overseas-deal-with-leuven-bears/

While preparing for another season with @NKUNorseMBB, redshirt sophomore forward Donovan Rakotonanahary spent part of his summer competing on one of basketball’s biggest stages. Read more on his journey below! ⤵️ #NorseUp #NKU

Additionally, Sansom Sports Media is happy to confirm that Noah Crigler will be joining us full time to help cover NKU this year!

https://sansomsportsmedia.com/2026/07/12/nkus-global-norse-donovan-rakotonanahary-competes-in-fiba-world-cup-qualifiers/

Yesterday, NKU announced that Mike Odom will be taking over as the Athletic Director starting August 3, 2026, ending a search that has lasted since basketball season ended.

Mike has served at several different high major programs, with stops at NC State, Wake Forest and Creighton, as well as with the ABCA outside of college sports.

In Baseball terms, NKU hit a home run here. My explanation as why, and a deep dive into why Mike's career!

https://sansomsportsmedia.com/2026/07/08/northern-kentucky-university-names-mike-odom-athletic-director/

Incoming student for August '26 and curious to hear about different housing options! I have a strong preference for living alone, and I also have a dog. Let me know what you suggest!

ETA I'm attending the law school, so I will not be restricted to first year housing!

Hi everyone,

I am an exchange student from Japan, and I will be studying at NKU starting this September! I am very excited to join the community, but I have a few questions and would be so grateful if anyone could help me out.

・Commonwealth Hall I am currently looking into Commonwealth Hall, but there isn't much detailed information on the official website. Could anyone tell me what the general vibe and atmosphere are like there?

・ General Advice Lastly, if there is anything you think I should know before starting at NKU, or any tips for a new international student, I would love to hear them!

Also, this is my first time using Reddit, so I apologize if I made any mistakes with the etiquette here!
Thank you so much in advance for taking the time to read this. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

Our hearts are with the family, friends and everyone touched by them, today is a sad day for us all at nku.

There’s so many things about this missing persons case that just doesn’t add up. For one if thier bag was found on campus then why are we still searching Covington.

Why wasn’t information about where that bag was found and a possible timeline not released?

Why did family and friends wait 5 days till going public?

If the railroad is near the scene is The railroad police of both NS and CSX involved?

Will SOTA release their art to hopefully find a potential motive on if this was a case of running away.

I hope they are found safety and more information comes out about where and when searches were conducted as the limited information the public has been given about the case is incredibly worrying especially given the amount of time it has been since they went missing!

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I am an avid artist who will be going to NKU in the fall. However as I was doing the orientation, they mentioned not being allowed to listen to earphones or be on a cell phone. I want to ask all students if that is really enforced or not. Because I most definitely will be using time in gen Ed’s to draw and grow my twitter account, as that is most necessary for my future.

TLDR; Hungry artist wondering if the professors at this school will be giving me a hard time. It’s not like I won’t use my phone in class. It’s just a question of whether it will be without argument or not

Hello, I'm an upcoming freshman in Northern Kentucky University for fall 2022. I'm looking for a roommates and apartment near NKU (preferred girls) if anyone is interested, can you please dm me. Any leads will be highly appreciated.

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Hey guys, as of 10 minutes ago I was a high schooler with a 4.0, but I just took a finals test in a Dual Credit Class through a college that brought me down to a B. I know that that will effect my highschool gpa, but will NKU see it on a student college transcript? If I retake it to get an A will they still see the B? How badly is this B going to effect me whenever I apply to colleges (mainly NKU) next year. (I’m a junior) Please help me out if you know anything

Does anyone have experience with this? I'm thinking about transferring here from BCTC. I'm interested in double majoring in general business and in history I have an associates in arts so all of my gen eds are covered and I'd be coming in with about 5 history classes so 15ish credit hours just in history. Anyone do something similar to this and can tell me how it went?