UK Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 92.94%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1180. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $13,502
- Out-of-State Tuition: $34,140
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UK:
- Total Enrollment: 34,709, including 5,063 online students
- 25,534 Undergraduate, 9,175 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 39.9% men, 60.1% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 71%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 87%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 441 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 43 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 209 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UK Overview
University of Kentucky (UK) is a four-year, public school located in Lexington, KY. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UK's tuition & fees is $13,502 for Kentucky residents and $34,140 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 88% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,449.
The school has a total enrollment of 34,709 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
UK's acceptance rate is 92.94% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 22.23%. The median SAT score is 1180 and the ACT score is 25.
UK ranked 92nd in National Universities and 1st in Kentucky Colleges rankings. University of Kentucky is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Kentucky is $13,502 for in-state students and $34,140 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $14,644 for in-state students and $36,238 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $13,798 for Kentucky residents and $34,890 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $14,965 for Kentucky residents and $37,034 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,502 | $34,140 |
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| Graduate | $14,644 | $36,238 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,798 | $34,890 |
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| Graduate | $14,965 | $37,034 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Kentucky offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UK
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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