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University of Kentucky

Public
Lexington, KY
City
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Estimated Net Cost
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$20k

Estimated Post Grad Salary
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$52k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent
The University of Kentucky is a public university located in Lexington, Kentucky, founded in 1865. Known for its strong programs in agriculture, equine studies, and engineering, it has a prestigious reputation both nationally and regionally. The campus is home to the world-renowned Kentucky Wildcats basketball team, adding a vibrant sports culture to the academic environment.

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      Tuition and Costs

      Most Recent Tuition Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at University of Kentucky: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at University of Kentucky. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Yearly4 years
      Tuition and Fees
      Average Tuition, including fees before grants and scholarships.
       
      $13,212$52,848
      Room and Board
      This is the average, based on staying on-campus
       
      $15,242$60,968
      Books and Supplies
      The expenditure on books and supplies for an average student at University of Kentucky
       
      $1,200$4,800
      Other expenses
      The amount of money (estimated by the financial aid office at University of Kentucky) needed by a student to cover expenses such as laundry, transportation, entertainment, and furnishings.
       
      $5,444$21,776
      Sticker Price$35,098$140,392

      Historical Tuition Costs

      Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $455 per year over the next three years, reaching $14,551 in 2024, and $15,006 in 2025, and $15,461 in 2026.

      Return On Education

      Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

      RoEDU
      No Data
      University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis stands in the premier league, positioned within the top institutions for return on education, delivering unparalleled value and setting its graduates on a path to remarkable success.

      Admissions

      University of Kentucky admissions is not very selective with an acceptance rate of 95%. Typically, admitted students score between 1070-1290 on the SAT or 21-28 on the ACT. The application deadline can be found the the institutions website.

      95%Admission Rate
      68%Graduation Rate

      Admissions Requirements

      SAT Range
      1070 - 1290
      ACT Range21 - 28
      High School GPA

      N/A

      Key dates

      Application DeadlineSee college website
      Early Decision DateSee college website
      Early Action DateSee college website

      Majors & Degrees

      Sciences⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Consumer SciencesN/A$0k
      Plant BiologyN/A$0k
      ZoologyN/A$0k
      ToxicologyN/A$0k
      Biomedical SciencesN/A$0k
      EconomicsN/A$0k
      AstronomyN/A$0k
      GeologyN/A$0k
      PsychologyN/A$51k
      Engineering⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Chemical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Civil EngineeringN/A$0k
      Electrical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Mechanical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Material EngineeringN/A$0k
      Mining & Mineral EngineeringN/A$0k
      Manufacturing EngineeringN/A$0k
      History⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Historic Preservation & ConservationN/A$0k
      Political ScienceN/A$0k
      CartographyN/A$0k
      Linguistics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      GermanN/A$0k
      Romance Languages, Literatures & LinguisticsN/A$0k
      Classic Languages, Literatures & LinguisiticsN/A$0k
      Education⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Curriculum & InstructionN/A$0k
      Education AdministrationN/A$0k
      Educational DesignN/A$0k
      Education AssessmentN/A$0k
      Special EducationN/A$0k
      TeachingN/A$43k
      Physical EducationN/A$54k
      Social Work⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Family StudiesN/A$0k
      Health⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      NutritionN/A$0k
      Adminstrative ServicesN/A$81k
      RehabilitationN/A$47k
      Mathematics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Applied MathematicsN/A$0k
      StatisticsN/A$0k
      Medical⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      ClinicalologyN/A$0k
      MedicineN/A$0k
      PharmacyN/A$0k
      Registered Nursing (RN)N/A$0k
      Business⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      FinanceN/A$0k

      Student Life

      Key information regarding University of Kentucky's total enrollment and faculty.

      Student Breakdown

      Total Enrollment6,437
      Full-time Students6,360
      Part-time Students77

      Faculty

      Faculty-Student Ratio:17:1
      Full-Time FacultyN/A
      Part-Time FacultyN/A

      Reviews and Ratings

      For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about University of Kentucky. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

      Tuition Covered Rating
      (3.8)
      Niche
      (3.8)
      US News
      (3.5)

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