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Sullivan University
Louisville, Kentucky · Private for-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 3101 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40205 · Phone: (502) 456-6504 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Sullivan University is a private for-profit trade school in Louisville, Kentucky, offering culinary, radiology, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Median graduate debt is $20,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,008, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate versus the state average of 55.5% is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Sullivan University; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 56.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,550 | $48,070 | $66,770 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,740 | $69,670 | $81,370 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,290 | $48,410 | $61,720 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,420 | $60,460 | $65,090 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $31,760 | $39,200 | $46,470 |
| Medical assistants | $32,950 | $39,270 | $45,940 |
| Surgical technologists | $41,440 | $60,490 | $66,630 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kentucky (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 41 | $23,826 | $26,488 | $14,727 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 36 | $41,746 | $43,197 | $20,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | $31,929 | $30,926 | $14,434 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 26 | $23,826 | $26,488 | $14,727 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | $37,846 | $37,208 | $19,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $29,384 | $32,569 | $12,339 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $30,058 | $28,236 | $10,926 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | $21,964 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | $21,964 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 3 | $41,746 | $43,197 | $20,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | $31,289 | $25,856 | $22,264 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $30,058 | $28,236 | $10,926 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 1 | $27,441 | $30,616 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Sullivan University is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Louisville, Kentucky. It is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus offers 13 program families, with the most-awarded trade programs being culinary & pastry schools, radiology & sonography programs, and medical billing & coding programs. Enrollment across the undergraduate student body is 2,026, with 197 trade program completers reported.
On outcomes, the completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate is 55.5%. Median debt for graduates is $20,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,008, per federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 56.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially needy students attend this campus.
This campus may suit students interested in culinary arts or allied health fields such as radiology and medical billing, given the concentration of completers in those areas. Whether these programs suit adult career-changers specifically is not reported for this campus in federal data, since program length and schedule details are not included here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Sullivan University offers 13 program families, with the most completers in culinary & pastry schools (79), radiology & sonography programs (52), and medical billing & coding programs (28).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Sullivan University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 55.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates of this campus is $20,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,008, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (502) 456-6504 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Sullivan University is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing, financial aid terms, and accreditation oversight compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and review official federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?157793.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career-changers is not reported for this campus in federal data, since program length and schedule details are not included; prospective students should contact the school to discuss their situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Sullivan University at (502) 456-6504 or visit https://www.sullivan.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?157793 to compare institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.