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University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky
92.4%
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01Acceptance 02Tuition 03Transfer 04ROI 05AP Credit 06Majors 07Housing 08International

Transfer Admission Overview

Transferring to University of Kentucky is an option for students who started at another institution.

92.4%
Freshman Accept Rate

How to Transfer to University of Kentucky: Step by Step

1
Research Requirements
Check University of Kentucky's transfer admission page for minimum credit hours, prerequisite courses, and GPA requirements.
2
Maintain a Strong GPA
Transfer admission is heavily GPA-based. Aim for a 3.5+ GPA at your current institution.
3
Complete Prerequisites
Take the general education and major prerequisites that University of Kentucky expects.
4
Write a Compelling Essay
Explain why you want to transfer and why University of Kentucky specifically.
5
Get Strong Recommendations
Ask professors who know your work well.
6
Apply on Time
Transfer deadlines are often earlier than freshman deadlines.

University of Kentucky Transfer FAQs

What is University of Kentucky's transfer acceptance rate?
University of Kentucky does not publicly report a separate transfer acceptance rate. The freshman rate is 92.4%, and transfer admissions typically track the school's overall selectivity.
What GPA do I need to transfer to University of Kentucky?
With a 92.4% freshman acceptance rate, University of Kentucky typically expects transfer applicants to have a college GPA of 3.0+ with passing grades in core requirements. Stronger GPAs offset weaker high school records for transfer admits.
When are University of Kentucky transfer application deadlines?
Most US colleges including University of Kentucky accept fall transfers (March-April deadlines) and many also accept spring transfers (October-November deadlines). Check University of Kentucky's admissions page for the exact dates each cycle.
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Data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS. University of Kentucky is not affiliated with DeepColleges.