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92%
Open Admissions
69%
Graduation
About University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky is a public four-year institution located in Lexington, Kentucky. With an enrollment of approximately 23,189 undergraduate students, it is a large institution. With an acceptance rate of 92%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 69%. Graduates earn a median salary of $59,025 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $17,218 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
92%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
69%
Enrollment
23,189
Total students
Median Earnings
$59,025
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$13,212
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,406
Per year
Average Net Price
$17,218
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
1070–1300
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
21 – 28
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
1070
Median
1205
75th
1300
4001600
SAT Math
25th
530
Median
605
75th
650
200800
ACT Composite
25th
21
Median
26
75th
28
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$33,406/yr
In-State Tuition$13,212/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$17,218/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$68,872
10-Year Earnings
$590,250
ROI Multiple
8.6×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at University of Kentucky
Student Outcomes
69%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$59k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
23,189
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
