# University of Kentucky

Lexington, KY. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/university-of-kentucky

University of Kentucky is a public college in Lexington, KY with 24,763 undergraduates. It admits 93% of applicants, and admitted students average 1215 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $18,868 per year ($12,528 for families earning under $30,000). 72% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $63,924 ten years after enrolling.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 93% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 28,233 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 26,083 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 540–650 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 530–640 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 21–28 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $35,083 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $18,868 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $12,528 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $12,460 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $14,192 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $20,327 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $27,661 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 24,763 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 72% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $63,924 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $19,500 (FY2024) |

## What University of Kentucky considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Required
- College-prep coursework: Required
- Class rank: Not considered
- Essay or personal statement: Required
- Recommendations: Not considered
- Demonstrated competencies: Not considered
- Legacy status: Not considered
- Work experience: Not considered
- English proficiency test: Required

## FAQ

**What is University of Kentucky's acceptance rate?**

University of Kentucky admits 93% of applicants, which makes it open.

**What SAT score do you need for University of Kentucky?**

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 540–650 on SAT Reading and Writing and 530–640 on SAT Math; the average total is 1215.

**What ACT score do you need for University of Kentucky?**

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 21–28.

**Is University of Kentucky test optional?**

Test optional (considered if submitted).

**How many students apply to University of Kentucky?**

In Fall 2023, 28,233 students applied to University of Kentucky and 26,083 were admitted; 6,437 enrolled.

**Does University of Kentucky consider legacy status?**

No. University of Kentucky reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

**Does University of Kentucky require an essay?**

University of Kentucky reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

**How much does University of Kentucky cost?**

The sticker cost of attendance is $35,083 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,868.

**What is University of Kentucky's graduation rate?**

72% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.


## Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 157085. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology