Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
92.38%
SAT Average
1,213
ACT Range
21-28
University of Kentucky Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 92.38%. This means approximately 924 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 23,189 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
92.38%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $13,212 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $33,406 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $32,291 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $17,218 | State avg: $15,306. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 21.50% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 34.80% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Kentucky Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$33,406
Room and board
$15,242
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$5,444
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$32,291
Average net price
$17,218
Average aid coverage
47%
$15,073 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Kentucky pays approximately $17,218 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Kentucky average of $15,306 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Kentucky?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Kentucky and national averages.
University of Kentucky net price
$17,218
Kentucky average
$15,306
National average
$17,506
University of Kentucky Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $33,406 and average net price at $17,218. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$33,406
Current net price
$17,218
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
69.93%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$59,025
Undergraduates
23,189
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Kentucky vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Kentucky graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Kentucky?
Undergraduates
23,189
Completion rate
69.93%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
21.50%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
34.80%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 21.50% of University of Kentucky students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 34.80% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Kentucky
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Kentucky's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Kentucky lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Kentucky is listed at South Limestone, Lexington, KY 40506-0032. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Kentucky with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky | 92.38% | $33,406 | $17,218 | $59,025 |
| Centre College | 54.34% | $50,550 | $21,497 | $66,240 |
| Bellarmine University | 93.59% | $47,180 | $23,587 | $62,069 |
| Galen College of Nursing-ARH | Not available | $15,860 | $22,209 | $61,480 |
| Galen College of Nursing-Louisville | Not available | Not available | Not available | $61,480 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Lexington schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Lexington.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Kentucky's acceptance rate?
University of Kentucky's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 92.38%.
How much is University of Kentucky tuition?
University of Kentucky's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $33,406.
What is University of Kentucky's average net price?
University of Kentucky's average net price in the local dataset is $17,218.
What is University of Kentucky's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $59,025 for University of Kentucky.
Is University of Kentucky accredited?
University of Kentucky's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of Kentucky?
The local dataset lists 23,189 undergraduate students at University of Kentucky.
What percentage of University of Kentucky students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Kentucky in the local dataset is 21.50%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Kentucky?
The federal loan rate for University of Kentucky in the local dataset is 34.80%.
Where should I verify University of Kentucky data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Kentucky or the latest official federal education data.