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The vision for the College of Dental Medicine is to be known and respected for service, innovation, clinical excellence and interprofessional education.
We are practitioners of the healing arts defining the standard for excellence in optometric education and vision care.
Our D.O. medical school is nationally ranked and recognized for a reputation of excellence in rural medicine and family healthcare. UPIKE’s osteopathy program gives you a clear path to success in the medical field.
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UPIKE has a long history of defying expectations. However you may have viewed yourself, the Appalachian community or the world before setting foot on our campus, we will encourage, inspire or even dare you to believe in a whole new realm of possibilities.
“UPIKE has helped me become a more successful and positive person. I love all the opportunities it has provided me to make new friends through academics and athletics."Jolene Smith / Barbourville, KY / Information Technology Management
“UPIKE has helped me become a more successful and positive person. I love all the opportunities it has provided me to make new friends through academics and athletics."
Jolene Smith / Barbourville, KY / Information Technology Management
At UPIKE, we are in the business of helping students overcome any obstacle as they move forward to pursue their dreams.
UPIKE embodies the true spirit of the Appalachian region. Our grit and pride power our efforts to create opportunities for all types of learners. So come and see – there are more opportunities here than anyone could have ever imagined.
Eastern Kentucky is one of the most scenic spots in the nation. Our campus is built right into the beautiful Appalachian mountains. Hiking, boating, fishing, zip-lining and more are just minutes away. Trust us – you’ll love it here.
The University of Pikeville’s Coleman College of Business (CCOB) and Patton College of Education (PCOE) have partnered to bring creativity and collaboration to life through a unique project that blends storytelling, education and entrepreneurship. The project centers around Ollie the Courageous Octopus, a comforting and brave character designed by the business school to symbolize protection […]
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) has been awarded two federal grants from the U.S. Department of Education, totaling more than $2.3 million, to support initiatives that improve student career pathways and strengthen civic education. The Center for Career, Vocation and Leadership has been awarded $1.85 million from the Strengthening Institutions Program (Title III) in the […]
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) has officially launched the public phase of its boldest endeavor yet—the “Reaching New Heights” capital campaign, a record-breaking $50 million fundraising initiative that promises to reshape the future of education, healthcare, athletics, and student success in Central Appalachia. Having already secured remarkable momentum during a successful quiet phase, this transformative […]
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) Coleman College of Business honored the 2025 inductees at the Burlin Coleman Hall of Fame Induction Dinner held on October 15 in Bears Tower. Since 2022, UPIKE has recognized business leaders each year whose dedication to excellence, innovation and service has made a lasting impact on their industries and communities. […]
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) honored the 2025 inductees of the Distinguished Educators Hall of Fame at a ceremony held on October 14 in Booth Auditorium. Since 2010, UPIKE has honored educators each year whose dedication to teaching has influenced generations of students, providing strong support for their lifelong commitment to the education profession. This […]
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) is reaffirming its commitment to making college accessible for Kentucky students with a refreshed name for its signature tuition-assistance program: the UPIKE Pledge. The UPIKE Pledge provides the same necessary support previously offered through the Pikeville Promise Scholarship. The program covers the cost of tuition and books after state and […]
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) welcomed community members on Thursday, October 2, to celebrate the grand reopening of Table 99, located in Bears Tower on Hambley Boulevard. The event began with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and reception, where guests enjoyed free samples, raffle prizes and a first look at the refreshed dining space. Later that evening, […]
Seema Sachdeva, M.D., FAAP, was named this year’s John A. Strosnider, D.O., Memorial Lecturer at the Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) Founders Dinner on September 19. The award acknowledged Sachdeva’s service to KYCOM and her decades spent devoted to the pediatric profession. Established in honor of John A. Strosnider, D.O., founding dean of KYCOM, […]