| Lexington, Kentucky | Location | Columbia, South Carolina |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$13,212
Out-Of-State$33,406 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$12,688
Out-Of-State$34,934 |
| 88% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 93% |
| $11,981 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $6,907 |
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| 94.89 % | Acceptance Rates | 64.05 % |
| 28.89 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 24.33 % |
| 1,180 | SAT Score | 1,280 |
| 24 | ACT Score | 29 |
| 68 % | Graduation Rate | 78 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 15 % |
| 85 % | Retention Rate | 90 % |
| 31,547 | Student Population | 35,653 |
| 1,754 | Number of Faculties | 1,693 |
| 17 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |
