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University of Kentucky

Lexington, Kentucky · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,266

Acceptance Rate

92%

Graduation Rate

69%

Annual Tuition

$13,212

At a Glance

Total Students

23,189

Retention Rate

87%

Faculty Ratio

17

Financial Aid

35%

Median Debt

$22,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

The University of Kentucky is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 92.4% and a student body of 23,189. The university has a retention rate of 86.7% and a graduation rate of 69.3%. The median debt for graduates is $22,500, and 34.8% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $45,496, with earnings increasing to $47,266 after five years and $59,025 after ten years. In-state tuition costs $13,212.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$45k

1 YEAR

$47k

5 YEARS

$59k

10 YEARS

Top 43% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Kentucky alumni earn a median salary of $45,496. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $47,266. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $59,025. The median debt for graduates is $22,500.

The University of Kentucky has a student body of 23,189 students. The university has a high acceptance rate of 92.4% and a graduation rate of 69.3%. The retention rate is 86.7%. A total of 34.8% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Lexington, Kentucky

Lexington, KY 40506-0032

University of Kentucky is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Kentucky has an acceptance rate of 92.4%.