How to Apply

Undergraduate Admission

To apply to the University of Kentucky, complete and submit the online application.

• Students seeking admission to the 1^st Summer Session must submit the application and all required documents by April 15.
• Students seeking admission to the 2^nd Summer Session must submit the application and all required documents by May 15.
• Freshman admission deadline is February 15.
• Early application is strongly suggested.
• The acceptance letter includes information about advising and registration (registration dates shown here and summer advising). Visit the Advising Conferences web page for more information.
• Students pursuing a degree at another college or university may study at the University of Kentucky during the summer sessions as visiting or transient students. Visiting Student Form is available on the Admissions web site. It is important to apply early. An application packet and information on requirements are available from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and University Registrar.
• High school students of exceptional ability may have the opportunity to earn college credit during the summer. For application and information on admission requirements, contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and University Registrar.
• Students who are on academic suspension and wish to attend summer sessions should see the dean of their college for procedures and specified deadlines for reinstatement.
• Students who have been out of school for one or more semesters must apply for readmission to the University. Undergraduates should contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and University Registrar.

• Donovan Scholar Students (65 years of age or older) qualify to attend University of Kentucky classes, without paying tuition, as Donovan Scholars. Students may work toward a graduate or undergraduate degree, audit classes for the joy of learning, or take individual classes for credit.
  For information, contact:
  Donovan Fellowships, Council on Aging
  Ligon House
  University of Kentucky
  Lexington, KY 40506-0442
  (859) 257-2657

Note to Continuing UK Students

If you were at UK during the spring semester you do not need to reapply for summer school but should priority register for summer and fall classes. Undergraduate students should contact their college dean's office and graduate students should contact their program office for information.

Graduate School Admission

Graduate Students must apply for admission to The Graduate School. Graduate School telephone numbers. For information and application deadlines contact:

The Graduate School
101 Gillis Building
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506-0033
(859) 257-4613