Transfer Brochure

The University of Kentucky is a community that welcomes dreamers, doers and thinkers. There’s a sense of momentum here. We believe – we know – we can change lives and transform communities.

Our transfer team is dedicated to helping you uncover what makes you tick, what you love and what you’re meant to accomplish. At UK, we don’t put limits on what’s possible. Instead, this is a place where everything is achievable, and

nothing is out of reach. Let us help you through the transfer process as you embark on your new beginning at the University of Kentucky.

We make transferring easy!

• Personalized transfer admission

• Individualized transfer advising

• Credit transfer and course equivalency

• Campus visit days

• Transfer specific scholarships

Contact the transfer team now to explore the possibilities waiting for you at UK at uktransfer@uky.edu.

“I got several classes under my belt and honed my leadership skills at Hopkinsville Community College. I wanted to make my transition to UK seamless and that’s what it was. After being involved at the community college — I was ready for that bigger step. I was part of UK’s Homecoming Court, the Student Government Association, held many offices within my college as well as serving as a UK Alumni Ambassador. I choose to be a part of so many activities and initiatives at UK because I want to empower, educate and create meaningful change across the board.”

– Montre’ale Jones, ‘21, Architecture

YOU’VE BEEN PREPARING WORKING WAITING FOR!

VISIT CAMPUS

Come see our campus’s transformation through your own eyes. From residence halls and academic buildings, to dining halls and a state-ofthe-art student center, we’ve designed a campus for your success.

IT’S EASY TO REGISTER FOR A TOUR!

Sign up for an in-person information session and tour. We want to make your visit as personal as possible – let us know you’re a transfer student and attend a transfer visit day. visit.uky.edu

With some advance notice (generally two or three weeks), our team can help tailor your visit. Meet

1 0F 8 INSTITUTIONS IN THE COUNTRY

with the full complement of liberal arts, engineering, professional, agricultural and medical colleges, and disciplines on one contiguous campus.

with a recruiter for your prospective major or academic college or sit in on a class that piques your interest.

If you can’t make it to campus, explore campus virtually. Each “stop” on the tour provides supplemental videos and photos – and some 360-degree panoramic images – to give you a glimpse of our campus community, learning spaces and residence halls. You can participate in an online interest session, go on a virtual tour with a student tour guide or meet with a college representative via Zoom all from your home computer or mobile device.

600 MORE THAN STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

2021

Students enrolled from all 120 Kentucky counties, all 50 states and 100 countries around the world.

69% of undergraduates are in-state

31% of undergraduates are from out of state

DIVERSITY CHAMPION BY INSIGHT INTO DIVERSITY MAGAZINE

one of only a handful of institutions in the nation to receive the honor six consecutive years.

17:1 Student to Faculty Ratio

86% of classes have fewer than 50 students

32,710

Total Enrollment (Fall 2022)

2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 AND 2022

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

All students must:

• Apply online at applyuk.com

• Submit official transcripts from all previous higher learning institutions (including dual credit and dual enrollment)

• Pay application fee ($50; $60 for international students)

International students must also:

• Submit a TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score if English is not your first language

• Submit financial records (not required for admission)

• Submit a copy of current passport and/or visa (not required for admission)

Direct all mailings to: Office of Undergraduate Admission 100 Funkhouser Building Lexington, KY 40506-0054

Electronic records from institutions/testing agencies may be sent to documents@uky.edu.

Send all transfer admission questions to uktransfer@uky.edu, and all international admission questions to ukintl@uky.edu

Once all your materials are received, your admission officer will process your application and notify you of an admission decision in two to three weeks!

TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS

23 CREDIT HOURS OR FEWER:

• 2.0 cumulative GPA

• Official college transcripts

• Official high school transcripts

24 CREDIT HOURS OR MORE:

• 2.0 cumulative GPA

• Official transcripts from all previous higher learning institutions

• Recommended but not required: Official high school transcripts

• Successfully completing two years of the same foreign language in high school will complete the university-level foreign language requirement.

• Official final high school transcript is also required for any students with under 60 credit hours to receive federal financial aid.

WE ARE TEST OPTIONAL!

If you would like to submit your scores, use these codes to send us your results.

UK ACT CODE: 1554 UK SAT CODE: 1837 More info at go.uky.edu/testoptional

TRANSFER OF CREDITS

Once you have submitted your transcripts and records, figuring out how they transfer is quick and easy! The University of Kentucky has more than 500,000 established equivalencies from institutions all over the world. If we do not have your course equivalency on record, our transfer equivalency officers will work with you and the academic departments to ensure you receive the best possible credit for your courses. Course syllabi and/or descriptions may be required for equivalency determination.

We accept an unlimited number of college-level credits from four-year institutions and up to 67 college-level credits of the most applicable coursework from two-year institutions. All coursework must be from regionally accredited institutions.

Your credits will apply to your degree in one of three ways:

1. Direct Equivalency

• Outside coursework that closely matches classes taught at UK will be recognized with credit for specific UK courses

2. Departmental Elective Credit

• Outside coursework that matches a discipline taught at UK but not a specific course can be given departmental credit at an appropriate academic level

3. General Elective Credit

TRANSFER CREDIT TOOL

See how your courses transfer to UK by utilizing our new Transfer Credit Tool, available at go.uky.edu/transfertool.

• Outside coursework that does not match a discipline taught at UK can be given general elective credit at the appropriate academic level

All acceptable credit by the University can be used to satisfy elective major requirements unless otherwise specified by the academic college.

GENERAL EDUCATION

The University of Kentucky will attempt to recognize general education courses completed at other regionally accredited institutions with similar general education credit. A complete associate of science, art or general studies degree or a bachelor’s degree will satisfy all areas of the UK Core, the University’s general education program.

TRANSFER ADVISING

Transfer advising is a free service for prospective students designed to help you understand the transfer process and gain insight into what your future would look like at UK. If you need answers to general questions or would like to request information, contact your transfer advisor at uktransfer@uky.edu

If you would like a more in-depth conversation about your specific coursework and can upload an unofficial transcript, we offer online appointments to provide you with a digital advising session.

Schedule an appointment with your dedicated transfer advisor at go.uky.edu/transferadvising.

Our transfer advisors also offer in-person advising sessions on campus and at Bluegrass Community and Technical College. Make an appointment by contacting your transfer advisor. If you belong to a KCTCS school or receive dual credit through a local campus, check for our advisor’s openings at your school at go.uky.edu/transferadvising.

We’re excited to help you transfer to the University of Kentucky!

“The transfer team at UK was great. They were super helpful and I would usually get a response within 30 minutes. They were very upfront and would send lists of everything I need to get done or hadn’t done yet. They made the whole process

really easy and smooth.”

– Louie Kessinger, ‘23, Gatton College of Business and Economics

IN-STATE TRANSFER

While the University of Kentucky attempts to honor general education requirements taken at regionally accredited institutions outside of the state, in-state public colleges and universities enjoy a special relationship through the General Education Transfer Policy.

This agreement facilitates the transfer of credits earned in general education requirements for students moving from one Kentucky public higher education institution to another. Under this agreement, a student may satisfy general education categories at their current college that will also complete the corresponding category at their transfer institution.

o Communication – Human Communication Track

o General Business

o Information Communication Technology –Information Studies Track

o Liberal Studies

o LPN to BSN

o MLT to MLS

o RN to BSN

o Bachelor of Social Work

ONLINE PROGRAMS* uky.edu/online *Online

KCTCS TRANSFER STUDENTS

Many students from our state’s community colleges transfer to the University of Kentucky every year. To facilitate their transfer, we have developed transfer pathways that allow students to earn their associate degree while also completing requirements for their UK major.

Learn more at admission.uky.edu/transfer/pathways

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS200+

LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES

AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND ENVIRONMENT

Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology

Agricultural Economics

Agricultural Ecosystem Sciences

– Individualized Curriculum

Animal Sciences

Career and Technical Education

– Agricultural Education

Community and Leadership Development

Family Financial Planning

Dietetics

Entomology – Individualized Curriculum

Equine Science and Management

Family Sciences

Food Science

Forestry

Horticultural Science

Hospitality Management and Tourism

Human Nutrition

Landscape Architecture

Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles

Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences

Sustainable Agriculture and Community Food Systems

Exploratory Studies in Agriculture

ARTS AND SCIENCES

African American and Africana Studies

Anthropology

Biology

Chemistry

Economics

English

Environmental and Sustainability Studies

Foreign Language and International Economics

Arabic

Chinese

French

German

Japanese

Russian

Spanish

Gender and Women’s Studies

Geography

Geological Sciences

Health, Society and Populations

History

International Studies

Liberal Studies

Linguistics

Mathematical Economics

Mathematics

Modern and Classical Languages, Literatures and Cultures

Arabic and Islamic Studies

Chinese Studies

Classics

French and Francophone Studies

German Studies

Japan Studies

Russian Studies

Neuroscience

Philosophy

Physics

Political Science

Psychology

Sociology

Spanish

US Culture and Business Practices

Writing, Rhetoric and Digital Studies

Exploratory Studies in

Humanities/Social Sciences

Exploratory Studies in

Mathematics/Natural Sciences

BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS

Accounting

Economics

Finance

Management

Marketing

Exploratory Studies in Business and Economics

COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION

Communication

Information Communication Technology

Integrated Strategic Communication

Journalism

Media Arts and Studies

Exploratory Studies in Communication and Information

DESIGN

Architecture

Interiors: Planning/Strategy/Design

Product Design

EDUCATION

Elementary Education

Health Promotion – Non-Teaching Certification

Health Promotion – Health Education

Interdisciplinary Disability Studies

Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education

Kinesiology – Exercise Science

Kinesiology – Physical Education

Leadership for Community Education

and Human Learning

Middle Level Teacher Education

Secondary English Education

Secondary Social Studies Education

Special Education

STEM Education

Biology

Chemistry

Computer Science

Earth Science

Math

Physics

Exploratory Studies in Education

ENGINEERING

Aerospace Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Biosystems Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering Technology (BCTC joint admission)

Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Lean Systems Engineering Technology (BCTC joint admission)

Materials Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mining Engineering

Exploratory Studies in Engineering

FINE ARTS

Art Education

Art History and Visual Studies

Art Studio

Arts Administration

Dance

Digital Media Design

Music – Liberal Arts

Music Education

Music Performance

Theatre

Exploratory Studies in Art, Arts

Administration, Music or Theatre

HEALTH SCIENCES

Clinical Leadership and Management

Communication Sciences and Disorders

Human Health Sciences

Medical Laboratory Sciences

Exploratory Studies in Health Sciences

THE MARTIN SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION

Public Policy

NURSING

Nursing

PUBLIC HEALTH

Public Health

SOCIAL WORK

Social Work

Exploratory Studies in Social Work

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

The Graduate School offers advanced study in 90 program areas.

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PATHS

Medicine

Law

Dental

Vet

Optometry

Pharmacy

Physician Assistant

Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapy

FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS

FINANCIAL AID go.uky.edu/financialaid

A great education should be accessible to everyone, no matter their financial situation. If you have the desire and drive to attend UK, we want to work with you to make that happen. Eighty-six percent of UK students receive some type of financial aid. Complete the FAFSA with our school code (001989) to see what financial support is available to you. Prospective and admitted students also have access to specialized financial aid counselors to help them secure funding for their education.

SCHOLARSHIPS go.uky.edu/transfer-scholarships

Transfer students have specific scholarship opportunities to make coming to the University of Kentucky even easier. We offer academic, competitive and diversity scholarships to both in-state and out-of-state students. Scholarships are also available through our academic colleges and designated specifically for transfer students.

UK Invests

We are proud to announce UK Invests – a first-of-its-kind holistic wellness program anchored by financial education to assist students in securing a strong financial future. Through this initiative, everyone on our campus can receive a personal investment account that will be used to incentivize and reward behaviors and habits, beginning with financial education and expanding to other healthy activities. This program sets UK apart from other colleges and universities by teaching real world situations to demonstrate the benefits of saving and investing early.

THERE IS NO APPLICATION FOR THESE ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS. TO QUALIFY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIPS ABOVE, YOU MUST BE ADMITTED BY JUNE 15.

COMPETITIVE SCHOLARSHIPS (YOU MUST APPLY FOR THESE BELOW BY JUNE 15)

• The TRUSTEES SCHOLARSHIP is a competitive award for currently enrolled KCTCS students who will earn their associate degree with a 3.50 cumulative GPA. The scholarship contains a two-year renewable award that covers the difference between UK in-state tuition and KCTCS in-state tuition.

• The PHI THETA KAPPA SCHOLARSHIP is a competitive award for a limited number of two-year renewable scholarships that provide full tuition for Kentucky residents or the difference between resident and non-resident tuition rates for non-residents. Applicants must be a PTK member in good standing, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 and at least 48 credit hours completed prior to transferring.

• The WILLIAM C. PARKER BELONGING SCHOLARSHIP directly supports the UK Strategic Plan goal to bring together many people as one community. Undergraduate transfer students entering the University for the first time may compete for a one-year award of up to $2,500 based on the applicant’s ranking within the competitive pool. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 and at least 24 credit hours from a previous institution.

Housing Housing

ON-CAMPUS HOUSING uky.edu/housing

In addition to our 17 residence halls, sophomore students and above have the unique opportunity to live in University Flats and Boyd Hall – residential communities designed specifically for them. Close to classes, dining, recreational facilities and study spaces, UFlats features two- and four-bedroom apartments that combine the freedom of apartment living with the convenience of being in the heart of campus. Each unit is fully furnished and equipped with a full kitchen and a full-size washer and dryer for maximum comfort and accessibility. Boyd Hall offers two-bedroom deluxe suites, two-bedroom suites and four-bedroom suites for upperclassmen as well as easy access to downtown Lexington and the Gatton Student Center.

DID

YOU KNOW?

UK Transportation Services offers commuter advising to help you map the best route to campus and where to park. uky.edu/transportation

LIVING LEARNING PROGRAM JUST FOR YOU!

Transfer Year Experience provides incoming transfer students a community as soon as they step foot on the campus. The program is designed to support transfer students through their transition to the university, along with connect them with fellow students, faculty and staff for additional support.

go.uky.edu/transferllp

2023-24 RATES $12,859 $14,494 $27,353

RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT

$32,276 $14,494 $46,770

* Rates for 2024-25 are subject to Board of Trustees approval.

CAMPUS RESOURCES

CENTER FOR ACADEMIC RESOURCES AND ENRICHMENT SERVICES (CARES)

uky.edu/cares

859-323-6347

• The Center for Academic Resources and Enrichment Services’ mission is to provide a comprehensive academic support system as well as enrichment services to aid in increasing the retention and graduation rates of underrepresented students.

• Services provided by CARES include: academic planning through a CARES counselor; free tutoring that includes individual tutoring and study groups; assistance with study skills through one-on-one meetings or workshops, and much more.

DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER

go.uky.edu/DRC

859-257-2754

• Partners with qualified students with disabilities to assist them in gaining equal access to institutional programs and services consistent with their unique needs.

• Seeks to advocate the needs of students with disabilities to the campus community through consultation and outreach efforts with administration, faculty, students and University partners.

FIRST-GENERATION STUDENT SERVICES

uky.edu/firstgeneration

859-257-3532

• First-Generation Student Advising’s mission is to support first-generation students at the University of Kentucky from recruitment to graduation through research-based programs, resources, best practices and campuswide advocacy about the needs of students who are the first in their families to go to college.

• The Office advocates for first-generation students within their colleges and collaborates with the Office for Student Success, Enrollment Management, International Center and Institutional Diversity.

RESIDENCY

registrar.uky.edu/residency

859-257-7157

• The initial determination of residency is made by the University during the admission process, and is based on the student’s application. To request a review, the student must submit a notarized residency application with supporting documentation.

• Residency applications must be submitted to the Office of the Registrar no later than 30 calendar days from the first day of class of the semester.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES

getinvolved.uky.edu

859-257-8867

• The Office of Student Organizations and Activities helps students find their passions and strengths, as well as providing leadership development that help students build and enhance the skills employers are looking for. Not only will you build lifelong friendships by getting involved, but these experiences also help you build a better future!

RESOURCES

UK DINING

uky.campusdish.com

859-218-4971

• Our meal plans offer convenience, flexibility, quality, value and healthy options you deserve.

• Food safety is our number one priority for students with food allergies. Our entire philosophy is built from the foundation of safety first; and our goal is to provide students with the tools they need to be active in the management of their food allergy.

VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER

uky.edu/veterans

859-257-2754

• The Veterans Resource Center was established to support UK’s military and veteran students with the service and assistance they deserve. They ensure that the transition to UK is as smooth as possible while helping our veterans accomplish their academic mission.

• UK has an active student veteran organization dedicated to the recruitment, education and support of all veterans attending the University.

STUCKERT CAREER CENTER

uky.edu/careercenter

859-257-2746

• The Stuckert Career Center offers free services to all students including job shadowing and internship opportunities, resume and cover letter critiques, practice interviews, graduate and professional school prep, and so much more.

• The career center hosts many job, graduate school and internship fairs throughout the school year.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Academic Ombud

Big Blue Pantry

Biology Learning Center

Collegiate Recovery Community

Counseling Center

Education Abroad

Gatton LEAP

General Chemistry Learning Center

The Hub

Integrated Success Coaching

Kentucky Wildcab

Martin Luther King Center

Mathskeller

MoneyCATS

National Student Exchange Program

Office of LGBTQ* Resources

Organic Chemistry Learning Center

Presentation U!

SAFECATS

Stuckert Career Center

Student Employment Office

Student Support Services

The Study

Undergraduate Research

University Health Services

VIP Center

Wildcat Wardrobe

Writing Center

“My time at UK has been very eyeopening. My engineering courses at UK are more challenging and everyone takes their studies seriously but there is still such a support system in place. Faculty makes a big effort to get people into study groups so we can work together and collaborate. I really enjoy that community feel.”

- Sunny Schofield, ‘25, Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering

www.visitlex.com

We can’t wait to welcome you to our hometown. Lexington is a vibrant, welcoming community of just over 320,000, that has a close connection with the University and a culture that students describe as close-knit, eclectic, opportunity-rich and supportive of all things local.

LIFE IN

LEXINGTON HAS IT ALL: Southern hospitality. Great restaurants. Unique arts and culture. Beautiful scenery. Rupp Arena, the home of our Kentucky Wildcats. Urban bustle. Rolling hills. Horse farms. Warm and welcoming people. That feeling of home one looks for in a place to spend the next several years of their life.

We’re excited you’re making our hometown your town; we think you’ll love Lexington as much as we do! Here are just a few reasons why:

1 Fun Downtown Area: The Lexington community Tandy Centennial Park and Pavilion every Thursday Night Live and the Lexington Farmers Market Rupp Arena is home to the Kentucky Wildcats a host of concerts and events – all in the heart

LEXINGTON IS

LEXING

WITHIN A DAY’S DRIVE OF TWO-THIRDS OF THE U.S. POPULATION.

5 OUR TOP FIVE REASONS LEXINGTON IS A GREAT COLLEGE TOWN

community flocks to Henry A. Thursday night for Thursday Market every Saturday morning. Wildcats men’s basketball team, heart of downtown.

2 Foodie town: Lexington’s restaurant scene is booming! Enjoy Kentucky Proud ice cream from Crank & Boom, fresh donuts at local bakeries or find your favorite dish at one of our many local restaurants.

4 Outdoor adventures: Students enjoy afternoons and weekends at Red River Gorge and exploring the Legacy Trail, local parks and dog parks.

3 Horses: Lexington is known for being the horse capital of the world. Lexington has beautiful horse farms you can tour, the Kentucky Horse Park and Keeneland College Scholarship day twice a year.

5 Sports: Lexington is the home of UK Athletics and our 23 varsity sports as well as the Lexington Counter Clocks, a minor league baseball team located close to campus.

Three airports are within 80 miles of Lexington, including Blue Grass Airport just a 10-minute drive from campus.