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Kentucky, University of

Lexington, KY

Admissions:

https://admission.uky.edu/

859-257-3595

Schedule a Visit:

https://visit.uky.edu/

Travel:

7 hour, 5 minute drive from Charlotte

Local Airport:

Bluegrass Airport, Lexington

Planning Your Visit
Places to Stay Near Campus

  • The Manchester

  • Tru by Hilton University Medical Center

  • Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

  • Hilton Lexington/Downtown

  • DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Lexington

Places to Eat

  • Joe Bologna's Restaurant and Pizzaria

  • Distilled Restaurant & Bourbon Bar

  • Zims Cafe

  • Sidebar Grill

  • Infinity: A Skybar & Cafe

Other Schools You Could Add to Your Trip:

  • Centre College

  • University of Tennessee

  • Belmont University

  • Vanderbilt University

  • Miami University

  • The Ohio State University

  • University of Cincinnati

  • Indianan University Bloomington

  • Butler University

College Snapshot

Located in Lexington, Kentucky, the University of Kentucky is a flagship public research university known for its strengths in health sciences, business, engineering, and education. With a spirited SEC atmosphere and strong community ties, UK offers students a balance of top-tier academics, school pride, and Southern hospitality in the heart of the Bluegrass region.



📊 Admissions Overview

  • Freshman Applicants (2025): 31,517

  • Acceptance Rate: 92.9%

  • Test Policy: Test-optional (SAT/ACT considered if submitted)


🎓 Who Gets In

  • Class Rank: 85% of freshmen ranked in the top half of their HS class; 29% in the top 10%.

  • GPA Profile:
    13% had a 4.0 GPA
    31% had 3.75–3.99
    22% had 3.50–3.74
    13% had 3.25–3.49
    The majority of admitted students had GPAs above 3.5.

  • Test Scores:
    Middle 50% SAT:     1070–1270
    Average SAT Section Scores: 591 Verbal / 582 Math
    Middle 50% ACT: 18–29 (average 25)
    Nearly 60% scored 24+ on the ACT and 47% scored 1200+ on the SAT


📝 What Matters in Admissions

  • Very Important: Academic GPA, rigor of coursework, application essay

  • Considered: Standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, recommendations, class rank, character/personal qualities, volunteer work, work experience, talent/ability, first-generation status, state residency, geography

  • Not Considered: Alumni relation, demonstrated interest, or religious affiliation

  • Interview: Occasionally considered

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