Spalding University is one of the most historic institutions of higher education in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Promoting and embracing diversity while understanding the competing responsibilities that students face, Spalding is truly home to the "every-student." Not simply a place to obtain a degree, Spalding offers many amenities from comprehensive learning resources to intercollegiate athletics to community partnerships and more to help its students further develop as individuals and become successful citizens.General Information-1st certified compassionate university in the world-2,300+ students-12:1 student teacher ratio-1 or 2 classes at a time, for 6-week blocks, allows you to focus on your studies.-1 week off in between blocks, every 6 weeks.-7 start dates throughout the year-90% of all students receive financial support-36-degree programs and concentrations-25+ organizations and clubs-14 NCAA D-III athletic teams