UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Admission Updates
Early Action Deadline*: December 1, 2025
Students who apply by this date (and submit all required materials) receive priority consideration for:
Admission decisions
Lewis Honors College
Academic and competitive scholarships
Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, if they have not already, for maximum consideration for academic scholarships. Scholarship awards are limited and will be offered pending early application and availability of funds.
Regular Decision Deadline: February 15, 2026
Students applying after the Early Action Deadline will be considered for undergraduate admission, but cannot be considered for the Lewis Honors College or academic and competitive scholarships.
*Reminder: To qualify for Early Action, students must submit their application, fee or waiver, official transcript and ACT/SAT scores (if applicable) by December 1, 2025.
Campus Housing
The UK Campus Housing and Dining application opened on Sept. 8. Students admitted to UK may apply at any time. Applying early increases the chance of securing preferred housing. Priority for room selection is based on your housing application completion date.
UK offers a variety of residence hall options, with flexible suite-style living designed to meet students’ needs. Families can view model rooms during campus tours and orientations.
https://admission.uky.edu/apply
Regular Decision Deadline: February 15, 2026
Students applying after the Early Action Deadline will be considered for undergraduate admission, but cannot be considered for the Lewis Honors College or academic and competitive scholarships.
*Reminder: To qualify for Early Action, students must submit their application, fee or waiver, official transcript and ACT/SAT scores (if applicable) by December 1, 2025.
Admitted Student Updates
Once your application is complete, most will receive an admission decision within two to three weeks. Admitted students will get a printed acceptance booklet in the mail (always a fun moment!) and can also view the digital version online for their next steps.