HOW TO
BECOME A WILDCAT 02/ Welcome to the University of Kentucky
08/ Apply Today!
14/ Our Community
04/ Lexington
10/ Making College Affordable
15/ Let's Eat
06/ Academic Programs
11/ Types of Scholarships and Aid
16/ Find Your Fun
07/ Visit Us
13/ Your Home Is Here
The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity university. We encourage applications from all academically qualified people interested in educational opportunities. Qualified students with disabilities should contact the Disability Resource Center at 859-257-2754. © University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, 40506. 859-257-9000. www.uky.edu. The University of Kentucky is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of the University of Kentucky.
WELCOME TO THE
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY At UK, you’re more than a number. But here’s a quick glimpse into what ties you together with other members of the academic community here on campus.
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30,473
LEXINGTON, KY
DR. ELI CAPILOUTO
WILDCATS
BLUE and WHITE
$2.3 BILLION INVESTED in the past seven years in campus transformation.
1 OF 8
UNIVERSITIES IN THE NATION THAT HAS AGRICULTURE, ENGINEERING, LAW, MEDICINE AND PHARMACY ON ONE CONTIGUOUS CAMPUS.
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S T UD E N T O R G A N I Z AT I ON S : MORE T H A N 5 0 0 WAY S T O G E T I NV O LV E D
25.5
Average ACT Score
M I DDL E 50 % R A N G E FO R :
1147
ACT: 22-28
Average SAT Score
3.68
SAT: 1082-1262
Average GPA of incoming freshman
GPA : 3.33-4.05
Statistics are based on fall 2017 numbers.
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STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO
85%
OF CLASSES HAVE
50 STUDE NTS OR LESS
67 33 %
OF UN D ER GR AD UATES AR E IN STATE;
%
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Students enrolled from all
120 Kentucky counties, all 50 states and 110 countries around the world.
AR E OUT OF STATE
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L 1
L 7
F R E S H M A N E N R O L L M E N T:
4,855
UK was recognized as a 2017 DIVERSITY CHAMPION
BY INSIGHT INTO DIVERSITY – ONE OF ONLY 15 INSTITUTIONS IN THE NATION to receive the honor.
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#UKLovesLex Lexington is a vibrant, growing community that has a close connection with the university while still maintaining a culture that students describe as close-knit, quirky, opportunity-rich and supportive of all things local. You get the best of both worlds here - urban bustle adjacent to campus and beautiful rolling hills and immaculate horse farms just a short drive out of town.
HORSE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD Being smack dab in the middle of horse country means there are plenty of ways to experience its beauty and charm. Whether it’s cheering on Thoroughbred racehorses at Keeneland, visiting the 1,200-acre Kentucky Horse Park or exploring one of the 450 surrounding horse farms in the area, there are endless opportunities to immerse yourself in the unique equestrian scene around you.
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#2 BEST MIDSIZED CIT Y FOR RECENT GR ADUATES
#21 BEST PL ACE TO LIVE
– OnlineDegrees.com (2017)
– US News and World Report (2018)
ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING CULINARY SCENES IN THE COUNTRY
#20 BEST CIT Y FOR BUSINESS & CAREERS
– Travel + Leisure Magazine (2018)
– Forbes (2017)
ONE OF THE SOUTH'S 10 BEST CITIES – Southern Living (2018)
#36 BEST BIG COLLEGE CIT Y IN AMERICA – WalletHub (2018)
LEXINGTON
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YOUR PATH TO SUCCESS
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
www.uky.edu/academics
ACADEMIC EXPLORATION TOOL Our Academic Exploration Tool allows you to interactively examine all our UK degree options. Check out a major you are interested in or select the exploratory studies option to see opportunities related to that field. AET connects you with in-depth information regarding program admission requirements, faculty, career opportunities and more.
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A C AD EM IC CO LLEGES ( P l us th e Le wis Hon ors Colle g e a n d Th e Grad u ate S c h ool)
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THE N U M BER O F YEA RS tha t you ca n conduct resea rch a s a n undergra dua te w ith top fa culty
seeblue.com
DIGITAL VIEWBOOK This custom experience allows you to not
As an exploratory student at UK,
only explore all our academic programs but also
you work with dedicated professional advisors
different aspects of student life, campus traditions and living on campus. Use the Digital Viewbook
who will help you identify your skills, academic interests and career goals. You will work one-on-one with an academic advisor
to see a holistic view of what your UK experience
to develop a degree plan that connects
can be. Try out different combinations to find
your passions to your career.
what works for you.
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University of Kentucky
YOU’LL SEE IT ALL HERE
VISIT US
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REGISTER FOR A TOUR It’s easy to register for a tour! Visit seeblue.com/visit to sign up for an information session and tour. Register early – with some advance notice (generally two to three weeks) our team can help tailor your visit. Meet with a recruiter for your prospective major or academic college or sit in on a class that piques your interest. At UK, we want to make your visit as personal as possible – let us help you plan your day!
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VISIT CAMPUS VIRTUALLY We know it is not feasible for everyone to make a visit in person so we’ve made our campus available virtually at seeblue.com/tour. At each “stop” on the tour, there are supplemental videos and photos – and some 360-degree panoramic images – to give you the feel of what it is like to be on campus.
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LET OUR RECRUITMENT TEAM HELP YOU If you’ve got questions, we have answers. Our undergraduate admissions team is dedicated to serving our prospective students. Find your admission counselor at seeblue.com/recruiters and get to know the counselor serving your area. Besides being a contact on campus, our recruitment team spends many days traveling each month visiting prospective students at their schools. We’d love to meet you when we’re on the road. Let us be your guide and resource through the college application process.
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WWW.APPLYUK.COM
APPLY TODAY! CHOOSE YOUR TRACK Choose whether you’ll apply Early Action or Regular Decision and stay on top of the application deadlines. You’ll want to apply using the Early Action track if you are interested in applying for UK’s academic scholarships, competitive scholarships or the Lewis Honors College. Learn more at applyuk.com.
HOW TO APPLY Complete our combined application for undergraduate admission, academic scholarships, competitive scholarships and the Lewis Honors College. Applications are available online at applyuk.com. UK also accepts the Common Application and the Coalition for Access, Affordability and Success Application. The Coalition Application is a free online resource that streamlines the application process for many public and private institutions.
Complete applications must include:
• ACT/SAT score(s) – ACT code: 1554 | SAT code: 1837
• High school transcript
• Application processing fee ($50 domestic; $60 international) Check your application status at seeblue.com/status.
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IMPORTANT
DATES AND DEADLINES EARLY ACTION
REGULAR DECISION
Lewis Honors College, competitive scholarships and academic scholarships
DECEMBER 1
Undergraduate admission
DECEMBER 1
FEBRUARY 15
FAFSA Submission
DECEMBER 1
FEBRUARY 15
Housing, Dining and LLP Application
FEBRUARY 15
MAY 1
MAY 1
MAY 1
Housing pre-payment and Enrollment Deposit; “see blue.” U Orientation fee and scholarship acceptance
Both Early Action and Regular Decision applications for admission are processed on a rolling basis after the student provides all documentation needed for the decision.
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UKY.EDU/FINANCIALAID
MAKING COLLEGE AFFORDABLE A great education should be accessible to everyone, no matter their financial situation. If you have the desire and the drive to attend UK, we want to work with you to make that happen.
86% OF UNDERGRADUATES RECEIVE SOME TYPE OF FINANCIAL AID EVERYONE SHOULD C O M P L E T E T H E FA F S A The FAFSA for 2019-20 will be available beginning Oct. 1, 2018, at fafsa.ed.gov. Incoming freshmen who are admitted to UK and complete the FAFSA prior to Dec. 1, 2018, will receive an estimated early financial aid notification. Learn more about the grants, loans and Federal Work Study options available at uky.edu/financialaid.
Our Wildcat Cost Calculator is a great place to begin estimating your cost of attending UK. seeblue.com/calculator
SINCE 2O11, SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS FROM UK HAVE MORE THAN DOUBLED. OUR INSTITUTION INVESTS NOW MORE THAN EVER – $132 MILLION – TO ENSURE GREATER ACCESS AND AFFORDABILITY FOR ALL STUDENTS.
2018-19 RATES
†
RESIDENT
NON-RESIDENT
Tuition and Fees*
$12,070
$28,902
Room and Board**
$12,814
$12,814
Totals
$24,884
$41,716
* Students with 59 hours or less **The room and board amount is an estimate based on the average price of all room types and all dining plans. A student's actual cost may be lower or higher depending on type of room-style selected and chosen dining plan option. † Rates for 2019-20 are subject to Board of Trustees approval.
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SEEBLUE.COM/SCHOLARSHIPS
TYPES OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AID MERIT-BASED AWARDS Deadline: December 1 seeblue.com/merit-based To be considered for academic and competitive scholarships, you must apply to UK with qualifying scores and GPA.
NEED-BASED AWARDS Deadline: February 15 seeblue.com/need-based To be considered for need-based aid, you must apply to UK and file a FAFSA. Need-based aid includes grants, loans and Federal Work Study.Â
OPPORTUNITY-BASED AWARDS Deadline: February 15 uky.edu/financialaid To be considered for opportunity-based aid, you must apply to UK and file a FAFSA. Opportunity-based aid comes in the form of scholarships and both need and academic merit are considered.
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UKY.EDU/HOUSING
YOUR HOME IS HERE LIVING ON CAMPUS IS PROVEN TO BOOST YOUR GPA seeblue.com/llp
LIVING LEARNING PROGRAM UK’s Living Learning Program* allows you to be part of a strong, tight-knit community and puts you close to your fellow classmates, classes, professors, downtown Lexington and all the opportunities available to students on campus. Plus, students who live on campus tend to do better academically and be more involved on campus. Space is limited for specific communities, so be sure to keep track of application deadlines.
Agriculture Residential College (AgRC)
First Generation Community
Audre Lorde Social Justice LLP
International Village
Business Enterprise Community
Interprofessional Healthcare Residential College (IHRC)
CI Connect Community
KHP and Wellness Community
Creative Arts Residential College
Lewis Honors Residential College
EdLife Community
LEXengaged Residential College
Engineering Residential College
STEMCats Community
*Living learning programs and their locations are subject to change.
STEPS TO APPLY TO LIVE ON CAMPUS DO YOUR RESEARCH
APPLY ONLINE
Get familiar with Campus Housing,
Once you’re admitted to UK, apply for housing,
the Living Learning Program,
dining and Living Learning Program by logging
UK Dining, room types and campus
into myUK using your linkblue ID and password and
at uky.edu/housing.
selecting Undergraduate Housing on the Student Services tab. A non-refundable housing application fee of $50 is due at time of application.
Housing assignments are based on the application for admissions track and the student’s housing application completion date. Acceptance into a Living Learning Program designates the specific residence hall. APPLYING EARLY FOR HOUSING IS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.
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LIVING THE SUITE LIFE
OUR COMMUNITY UK Campus Housing’s residence halls are located in two areas of campus: North, the northern edge of campus adjacent to downtown Lexington, and Central, the heart of campus closest to the William T. Young Library.
NORTH RESIDENCE HALLS Blazer Hall TWIN-SIZE XL BEDS
4 PERSON SUITE
Boyd Hall*
FULL-SIZE XL BEDS
Holmes Hall
2 BEDROOM APARTMENT
Jewell Hall Max Kade German House
Semi-private bedroom, semi-private bathroom
Wildcat Coal Lodge
NEARBY
(UPPERCLASSMEN ONLY)
Individual bedroom, semi-private bathroom, granite countertops,
UK Bookstore Gatton Student Center
living room, full kitchen
Downtown Lexington The Study – North Champions Kitchen
FULL-SIZE XL BEDS
2 BEDROOM DELUXE SUITE (UPPERCLASSMEN ONLY)
Individual bedroom, semi-private
CENTRAL RESIDENCE HALLS Baldwin Hall Chellgren Hall
FULL-SIZE XL BEDS
4 BEDROOM SUITE
Donovan Hall Haggin Hall† Ingels Hall
Individual bedroom, semi-private bathroom,
bathroom, granite countertops,
Lewis Hall
kitchenette
Johnson Hall
granite countertops, living room,
Smith Hall
kitchenette
University Flats** Woodland Glen II, III, IV, V
NEARBY Johnson Recreation Center Kroger Field The 90 FULL-SIZE XL BEDS
The Study – Central
FULL-SIZE XL BEDS
2 BEDROOM SUITE
William T. Young Library
4 BEDROOM APARTMENT
Individual bedroom, semi-private bathroom, granite countertops
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*Boyd Hall is limited to upperclassmen. **Students living in University Flats are not required to have a university dining plan. UFlats is limited to upperclassmen. † Units in Haggin Hall have full-sized XL beds.
(UPPERCLASSMEN ONLY)
Individual bedroom, semi-private bathroom, granite countertops, living room, full kitchen
WWW.UKY.EDU/UKDINING
LET'S EAT!
UK Dining offers a wide variety of locations and dining plans to satisfy every Wildcat's appetite. You will have access to quality, healthy meals, personalized menu items and the convenience of more than 30 locations close to your residence hall and classes. Students living in undergraduate residence halls are required to purchase a university dining plan*. Learn more about dining plan options and pricing online.
LOCATIONS ACROSS CAMPUS INCLUDE BRANDS SUCH AS:
and more... *Students in University Flats are not required to purchase a dining plan. Dining plans are subject to change.
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FIND YOUR FUN Your life at UK is a collaboration of your academics, the people you meet, the places you live and the discoveries you make on campus. There are endless opportunities and ways to get involved, so don’t be afraid to dive in, find your place and make UK your own. With more than 500 student organizations and clubs, there is an organization for everyone. If you cannot find the one you are looking for, just grab a few friends and create your own!
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GIVE US A SHOUT... COLLEGES Agriculture, Food and Environment..................................859-257-3468...........................................................ca.uky.edu Arts and Sciences..............................................................859-257-8354...........................................................as.uky.edu Gatton College of Business and Economics......................859-257-8936....................................................gatton.uky.edu Communication and Information.......................................859-218-0290............................................................ci.uky.edu Design...............................................................................859-257-7617....................................................design.uky.edu Education..........................................................................859-257-6076...............................................education.uky.edu Engineering.......................................................................859-257-1687.......................................................engr.uky.edu Fine Arts............................................................................859-257-1707..................................................finearts.uky.edu Health Sciences.................................................................859-323-1100.........................................................chs.uky.edu Lewis Honors College.......................................................859-257-3111....................................................honors.uky.edu Nursing.............................................................................859-323-5108...................................................uky.edu/nursing Public Health.....................................................................859-257-5678..........................................uky.edu/publichealth Social Work.......................................................................859-257-6650..............................................socialwork.uky.edu
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Dentistry.............................................................................859-323-3368.................................................dentistry.uky.edu The Graduate School........................................................859-257-4613.............................................gradschool.uky.edu Law....................................................................................859-257-1678.........................................................law.uky.edu Medicine...........................................................................859-323-6161.......................................................med.uky.edu Pharmacy............................................................................859-323-7601...............................................pharmacy.uky.edu
STUDENT SERVICES Academic Scholarships.....................................................859-257-4198...................................seeblue.com/scholarships Air Force ROTC.................................................................859-257-7115.................................................afrotc.as.uky.edu Army ROTC.......................................................................859-257-6865............................................armyrotc.as.uky.edu Campus Recreation and Wellness.....................................859-257-3928...................................................uky.edu/recwell Disability Resource Center................................................859-257-2754.................................................seeblue.com/drc Education Abroad.............................................................859-257-4067...........................................................ea.uky.edu Financial Aid......................................................................859-257-3172 ...........................................uky.edu/financialaid Campus Housing...............................................................859-257-1866..................................................uky.edu/housing International Admission....................................................859-323-2154...........................................international.uky.edu International Student and Scholar Services......................859-323-2121....................................international.uky.edu/isss Office for Institutional Diversity.........................................859-257-9293.................................................uky.edu/diversity Office of LGBTQ* Resources…………………...................859-323-3312……………………….....................uky.edu/lgbtq Living Learning Program...................................................859-257-4784..................................................seeblue.com/llp National Student Exchange..............................................859-323-2133.................................................seeblue.com/nse Orientation........................................................................859-257-3256.....................................................seeblueU.com Stuckert Career Center......................................................859-257-2746..........................................uky.edu/careercenter Student and Academic Life...............................................859-257-1911..........................................................uky.edu/sal Student Account Services.................................................859-257-3406.....................................uky.edu/studentaccount Transfer Admissions..........................................................859-257-2000..........................................seeblue.com/transfer Undergraduate Admissions...............................................859-257-2000..............................................uky.edu/admission Undergraduate Research..................................................859-257-6420.........................................seeblue.com/research Varsity Athletics (NCAA Division I)...................................859-257-8000....................................................ukathletics.com Veterans Resource Center.................................................859-257-1148.................................................uky.edu/veterans Visitor Center....................................................................859-257-3595................................................seeblue.com/visit
UKY.EDU/ACADEMICS
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND ENVIRONMENT Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology
Equine Science and Management
Modern Agronomic Crop Production -
Agricultural Economics
Family Sciences
Individualized Curriculum
Animal Sciences
Food Science
Career and Technical Education Agricultural Education
Forestry
Community and Leadership Development Dietetics Entomology Agriculture - Individualized Curriculum
Horticulture, Plant and Soil Sciences Hospitality Management and Tourism
Natural Resources and Environmental Science Sustainable Agriculture - Individualized Curriculum
Exploratory Studies in Agriculture
Human Nutrition Landscape Architecture Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Anthropology
Geography
Neuroscience
Biology
Geological Sciences
Philosophy
Chemistry
Health, Society and Populations
Physics
Economics
History
Political Science
English
International Studies
Psychology
Environmental and Sustainability Studies
Linguistics
Sociology
Mathematical Economics
Spanish
Mathematics
Topical Studies
Modern and Classical Languages, Literatures and Cultures Arabic and Islamic Studies Chinese Studies Classics French and Francophone Studies German Studies Japan Studies Russian Studies
Writing, Rhetoric and Digital Studies
Foreign Language and International Economics Arabic Chinese French German Japanese Russian Spanish Gender and Women’s Studies
Exploratory Studies in Arts and Sciences
G AT T O N C O L L E G E O F B U S I N E S S A N D E C O N O M I C S Accounting
Management
Economics
Marketing
Exploratory Studies in Business and Economics
Finance
C O L L E G E O F C O M M U N I C AT I O N A N D I N F O R M AT I O N Communication
Integrated Strategic Communication
Media Arts and Studies
Information Communication Technology
Journalism
Exploratory Studies in Communication
COLLEGE OF DESIGN Architecture
Interiors: Planning/Strategy/Design
C O L L E G E O F E D U C AT I O N Early Elementary Education Health Promotion Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education Kinesiology (KHP) Middle Level Teaching Secondary English Education
Secondary Social Studies Education
Special Education Exploratory Studies in Education
STEM Education - Secondary Biology Chemistry Earth Science Math Physics
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING Biosystems Engineering
Computer Science
Mining Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Materials Engineering
Exploratory Studies in Engineering
Computer Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS Art Education
Dance
Music Performance
Art History and Visual Studies
Digital Media and Design
Theatre
Art Studio
Music Education
Arts Administration
Music Liberal Arts
Exploratory Studies in Art, Arts Administration, Music or Theater
C O L L E G E O F H E A LT H S C I E N C E S Clinical Leadership and Management Communication Sciences and Disorders
Human Health Sciences
Exploratory Studies in Health Sciences
Medical Laboratory Sciences
COLLEGE OF NURSING
COLLEGE OF SOCIAL WORK
Nursing
Social Work
COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Exploratory Studies in Social Work
Public Health
G R A D U AT E P R O G R A M S The Graduate School offers advanced study in 90 program areas.
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Physician Assistant Studies
Pre-Law
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Podiatric Medicine
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION 100 W.D. Funkhouser Building University of Kentucky Lexington, KY 40506-0054 859-257-2000 admissions@uky.edu applyuk.com
Office of Undergraduate Admissions 100 W.D. Funkhouser Building An Equal Opportunity University Lexington, Kentucky 40506-0054 admissions@uky.edu 859-257-2000 www.applyuk.com An Equal Opportunity University