So, you’re thinking about applying to the University of Kentucky, and you’re curious about your chances of admission. Well, we’re here to help! Of course, there are a lot of factors in the admissions process, and it’s impossible to accurately predict whether you’ll be admitted or not. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores. So, using those as a measure, we can give you an estimate of your chances.

With an acceptance rate of 89%, admission to Kentucky is mildly competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the very top of your class and have an SAT score of close to 1200, or an ACT score of around 26.

Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and you’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at Kentucky admission statistics.

Kentucky 2018 Admissions Statistics: Class of 2022

Kentucky’s acceptance rate in 2018 was 89%. For students applying to the class of 2022, out of 18,725 applicants, Kentucky admitted about 16,685. The average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.68, the average ACT score was 26, and the average SAT score was 1210.

For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 22, and the 75th percentile score was 28.

For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1090. The 75th percentile score was 1320.

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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements. Still, at the 25th percentile, your chances of getting in are in the low single digits.

Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

As we said, admission to Kentucky is very competitive. Even if Kentucky is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.

Generally, you should have at least three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores), three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores) and three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores) on your list.

OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at Kentucky’s admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.

Kentucky 2020 Application Requirements: Class of 2024

To apply to Kentucky, you’ll need to fill out either UK Application for Undergraduate Admission or Common Application, submit an ACT or SAT score, submit your high school transcript, and pay the $50 application fee. Everything should be submitted by December 1st for Early Action, and February 15th for Regular Decision. An optional Letter of Recommendation can be sent too but is not required.

Here’s a full list of application requirements:

• Fill out either UK Application for Undergraduate Admission or Common Application
• Submit an ACT score or SAT score
• Submit your high school transcript
• Pay the $50 application fee

The application deadline is December 1st for Early Action and February 15th for Regular Decision. May 1 is the reply date for admitted students.

Have you been admitted to Kentucky? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.

Kentucky 2018 Admitted Students Profile: Class of 2022

If you matriculate at Kentucky, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.

Here are some interesting facts about the recently admitted class:

• Roughly 56% are male and 54% are female
• 2.8% of students are international

Kentucky has a diverse class. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:

• International: 2.8%
• Underrepresented minority: 3%
• Two or more races: 3.8%
• White: 77.7%

What do these admitted students plan to study? Kentucky offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:

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• Education
• Business
• Marketing

Now, how are you going to pay for this?

Kentucky Tuition Figures

At $42,778, Kentucky’s cost of attendance is astronomical. But, don’t panic! Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $5,694.

Here’s a fuller look at Kentucky tuition and financial aid in 2017:

• Total budget: $42,778
• Average financial aid package: $5,694
• The average student debt of a Kentucky graduate is $32,571

Now, what is life like at Kentucky? Let’s take a look.

Kentucky Location

The main campus is located in Lexington, Kentucky.

Founded in 1865, the university has grown into the largest one in the state with over 30 thousand students currently.

Remember, you’re going to Kentucky, for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.

Kentucky Academics

Kentucky has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:

• Agricultural Engineering
• Biotechnology
• Computer Engineering
• Drama
• Elementary Education and Teaching
• Food Science
• Geology
• Equine Science and Management
• Human Nutrition
• Interior Design
• Japanese Language and Literature
• Linguistics
• Mining and Mineral Engineering
• Philosophy
• Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
• Social Work

Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at Kentucky.

Student Life at Kentucky

Kentucky has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and politics interests, and various media and publications.

Here’s a sampling of Kentucky’s student activities:

• Agronomy Club
• Back Alley Press
• CARES: Juniors/Seniors
• UK Dairy Club
• EMPOWER: Women’s Leadership Program
• Feminist Alliance at the University of Kentucky
• Gay Straight Alliance
• Her Campus UK
• Ignite BBN
• Japanese Culture in Kentucky Society
• Kentucky CannaCats
• Late Night Film Series
• Majestic U.N.I.T.Y.
• NeuroCATS
• Off-Campus Student Association
• PediaKATS
• Random Acts of Kindness Club at UK

Are you an athlete? Kentucky’s got plenty of options for you.

Kentucky Athletics

Kentucky offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. So, if you’re not up to varsity level, remember there are plenty of club and intramural sports to try out for, too.

Kentucky’s sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Football
• Cross-Country
• Swimming & Diving
• Soccer
• Golf
• Track & Field
• Tennis

Who might you become with a Kentucky degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:

Notable Alums

Kentucky has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.

Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:

• US Senator Mitch McConnell
• Actress Ashley Judd
• Nobel Prize winner William Lipscomb
• Outback Steakhouse founder Chris T. Sullivan
• Actor Harry Dean Stanton
• Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen
• Ohio Governor Ted Strickland
• NBA coach Pat Riley

And this is only a partial list!

Remember!

Getting into Kentucky is very competitive. Don’t despair if you get a no. If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are. If you work hard, you’ll end up at a school that’s right for you, and still get a great education.

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