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2026-27 cycleLexington, KY
University of Kentucky
The University of Kentucky is a public land-grant research university located in Lexington, Kentucky. As the state flagship institution, it offers a wide range of academic programs on a single contiguous campus, with notable strengths in health sciences, business, engineering, and agricultural studies.
Acceptance rate
93%
Undergrad enrollment
25,500
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$50
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| TransferSpring 2027 Transfer Deadline | October 15, 2026 |
| Early ActionEarly Action Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| ScholarshipCompetitive Scholarship and Lewis Honors College Consideration Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision Deadline | February 15, 2027 |
| ScholarshipFinal General Scholarship Deadline | June 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
University of Kentucky does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.