University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
92.9%
Acceptance Rate
$13,502
Avg Cost (In-State)
$34,140
Avg Cost (Out-of-State)
70.7%
Graduation Rate
24,763
Total Enrollment
Popular programs
Application requirements
Regular Deadline
February 15
Early Deadline
December 1 (Early Action)
Common App
Yes
Test Policy
Test Optional
Essays Required
0
Letters of Rec
0
Application Fee
$50
Interview
Not required
Essays: No essay required for admission; optional personal statement may be submitted
Requirements are AI-generated from public data and may change. Always verify directly with the college.
Getting there
Graduate outcomes
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
$38,611
Median Earnings at 6 Years
median graduate salary 6 years after starting
$45,795
Median Earnings at 10 Years
median graduate salary 10 years after starting
50%
4-Year Graduation Rate
students completing degree within 4 years
Earnings data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect federal aid recipients only — actual median earnings may be higher at schools where many students receive grants rather than loans.
Earnings by major
Median earnings 1 year after graduation, by bachelor's program. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard FieldOfStudy data.
| Program | Median earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $71,461 | $81,941 | 330 |
| Marketing. | $48,100 | $70,776 | 328 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | $49,431 | $69,451 | 290 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | $39,311 | $55,653 | 235 |
| Psychology, General. | $28,551 | $46,570 | 206 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | $35,282 | $51,379 | 202 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | $58,422 | $84,087 | 183 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | $68,448 | $90,654 | 176 |
Tracked through federal tax records. Programs with fewer than 30 graduates with reported earnings are privacy-suppressed. 4-year figure tracks the same cohort 3 years later.
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