University of Kentucky

If you are considering submitting an application to University of Kentucky, the regular decision application deadline is February 15 and the application fee costs $50.

Students who apply to University of Kentucky for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than August 1.

University of Kentucky Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Kentucky's admissions stats.

University of Kentucky 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	35%
Mean SAT Score	1200
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	10%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	70%
Waitlist	No

University of Kentucky Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Kentucky.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	December 1	January 15

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Considering Applying Early to University of Kentucky?

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University of Kentucky does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. University of Kentucky will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 15.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Kentucky Admissions

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Transferring to University of Kentucky

For more information on transferring to University of Kentucky, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Kentucky Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Kentucky

What does University of Kentucky consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Kentucky for more information on admission factors.

University of Kentucky 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Kentucky, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of Kentucky's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview
Other Requirements			√	audition required of music and dance majors
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Kentucky?

Students admitted to University of Kentucky have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 40% submitted a class rank. At University of Kentucky 35% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 59% were in the top 25% and 86% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Kentucky, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	13.46%
3.75 and 3.99	32.36%
3.50 and 3.74	21.39%
3.25 and 3.49	14.01%
3.00 and 3.24	10.19%
2.50 and 2.9	7.88%
2.00 and 2.49	0.69%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Kentucky directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Kentucky considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

University of Kentucky has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 10% of University of Kentucky's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 70% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Kentucky?

To be competitive with other University of Kentucky applicants, you should strive to score between 1080 and 1310 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Kentucky 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1310 and 25% of scored lower than 1080, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Kentucky student is 1200.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Kentucky students scored 670 or higher and 75% of students scored 543 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Kentucky students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 543 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for University of Kentucky?

To be most competitive at University of Kentucky, you should strive to earn between 22 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Kentucky's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Kentucky students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Kentucky

Transfer students can enroll in University of Kentucky during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Kentucky Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Kentucky?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Kentucky.

Does University of Kentucky accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Kentucky accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Kentucky accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Kentucky accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Kentucky accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Kentucky?

❌ No, University of Kentucky is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Kentucky's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Kentucky is 94%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Kentucky?

❌ University of Kentucky does not offer early decision.

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