The Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges & Universities serves as the collective voice of independent – sometimes referred to as private – colleges and universities in Kentucky. AIKCU represents its member institutions in public policy issues related to higher education at the state and federal levels, raises funds for student scholarships, and facilitates information sharing and collaboration between our members to help them contain costs and provide the highest quality education to their more than 29,000 students. AIKCU is committed to promoting high quality, affordable and accessible choices for students and families. AIKCU’s diverse members include Kentucky’s twenty nonprofit, non-tax supported, four year colleges and universities accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).