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An Equal Opportunity University
Admission Information
An Equal Opportunity University
An Equal Opportunity University
Web Admission Application•Same information collected
•Same processing time•Students have 30 days to complete the application
•www.applyuk.com
An Equal Opportunity University
Considerations for Admission
– High School GPA
– ACT/SAT Test Scores
– Completion of PCC
– AP/IB Courses
– Strength of Schedule
– Rank in Class
Academic Factors
An Equal Opportunity University
Considerations for Admission
– Written Interview
– Leadership Roles
– Community Service
– Work Experience
– Awards & Recognition
(Academic & Non-Academic)
– Letters of Recommendation
Non-Academic Factors
Operations Notes
An Equal Opportunity University
An Equal Opportunity University
Operations Notes
•All students will receive a postcard indicating UK received their application.– If supporting documents are
missing, the student will be contacted.
An Equal Opportunity University
Things to Remember• Required Application Documents
– Completed Application– Official High School Transcript– Official ACT/SAT Test Scores– $50 Application Fee
• Deadline: February 15, 2009• Encourage early application for admission
• For Fall 2008 – Record high of 11,000+ applications
• Early admit date advantages– Summer Advising Conference Dates– Housing Application
An Equal Opportunity University
Admission Officers• Sharon Murphy A – Co• Pam Bolton Cp – G• Cathy Mott H – Ka• Martha Young Kb – Mu• Patrick Justice Mw – P• Adam Higginbotham Q – Tr• Maria Rivera Ts– Z• All can be reached at 859-257-2000 or 1-866-900-GO UK
An Equal Opportunity University
Pre-College Curriculum- 4 credits of English- 3 credits of Mathematics- 3 credits of Science
-Life, physical, and earth/space (at least one lab)- 3 credits of Social Studies
-US History, Economics, Government, World Geography or World Civilization
- 1/2 credit of Health- 1/2 credit of Physical Education- 1 credit of History and Appreciation of Visual or Performing Arts- 2 credits of the same Foreign Language - 5 electives
− 22 Total Credits (17 required, 5 elective)
An Equal Opportunity University
Office Contacts for Admission• Stephen Barnett or Tara Bopp
– Advising Conferences, Academic Common Market, Residency
– 859-257-3256– [email protected] or
• Michelle Nordin– Admission Status– 859-257-7173– [email protected]
An Equal Opportunity University
Operations InformationOffice of Undergraduate Admission & University Registrar
100 W. D. FunkhouserLexington, KY 40506-0054
859-257-2000Toll Free: 1-866-900-GO UK (4685)
Fax: 859-257-3823
Business Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Eastern Time)
Tuition & Financial Aid
An Equal Opportunity University
An Equal Opportunity University
2008-2009 Tuition &
Fees•In-state Tuition– $7,736/year
•Out-of-state Tuition– $15,884/year
An Equal Opportunity University
Financial Aid• Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA)– Loans & Grants– Workstudy & Need-based Scholarships– Available January 1st
• Online at www.fafsa.ed.gov• Guidance Counselor’s Office• Local Post Office or Public Library• PRIORITY DEADLINE: February 15, 2009
An Equal Opportunity University
Financial Aid
Office of Student Financial Aid
128 W.D. FunkhouserLexington, KY 40506-0054
859-257-3172
www.uky.edu/FinancialAid
Scholarships
An Equal Opportunity University
An Equal Opportunity University
Scholarships
•Academic Scholarship Program
•College-Sponsored Scholarships
•Departmental Scholarships– ROTC, Athletics, etc.
An Equal Opportunity University
Scholarships•Flagship Scholarship
• ACT score of 26-27 or SAT (M+CR) 1170 – 1240• 3.30 unweighted GPA• Provides $1500 during the freshman year, non-
renewable
•Provost Scholarship• Minimum ACT score of 28 or SAT (M+CR) 1250• 3.30 unweighted GPA• Provides $1500 per year for four years of
undergraduate studyNo application required. Qualifying test scores and GPA must be on
file with the Office of Undergraduate Admission by March 1, 2009.
An Equal Opportunity University
Scholarships•Competitive Scholarships
• Minimum ACT score of 31 or SAT (M+CR) 1360• 3.75 unweighted GPA on 4.0 Scale (as calculated
by the Office of Academic Scholarships)• Awards available:
• Otis A. Singletary Scholarship• Presidential Scholarship• National Excellence Scholarship• Commonwealth Scholarship
Deadline to apply for competitive scholarships: January 15, 2009
An Equal Opportunity University
Scholarships• Governor’s Scholars/School for the
Arts Alumni• Automatic scholarship for all GSP/GSA students
who have successfully completed the program.• Qualifying test score and GPA must be on file with
the Office of Undergraduate Admission by March 1, 2009
• Must be admitted by March 1, 2009
•National Merit/Achievement Finalists• Patterson Scholarship
An Equal Opportunity University
Scholarships•Statistics for the Fall 2008
Class– Total Scholarship Applications: 1,550+– Singletary Candidates: 444– Singletary Recipients: 22– Average ACT: 29.69– Average GPA: 3.81– 796 scholarship applicants scored 30 or
higher on the ACT
An Equal Opportunity University
Scholarships• William C. Parker Scholarships
– Admission to UK required to apply– The William C. Parker Scholarships are part of
UK’s mission and commitment to recruit and retain students from all segments of society.
– Factors considered in the holistic application process:– Test Scores, Grades, Essay, Leadership
Experience, Extracurricular Activities, Awards and Recognition, Community Service and Contribution to Diversity.
An Equal Opportunity University
ScholarshipsOffice of Academic Scholarships &
William C. Parker Scholarhips
100 W.D. FunkhouserLexington, KY 40506-0054
Contact:Sandy Copher – Director, Academic Scholarships
859-257-4198Joyce Beatty – Director, William C. Parker Program
859-323-6334
Housing
An Equal Opportunity University
An Equal Opportunity University
Housing Application Process
•Application– Linked to Admission
•Deposit: $50•Priority Deadline: May 1, 2009
An Equal Opportunity University
Why Live On Campus?• Res-Net• Campus Computer Labs• Proximity on campus• On-campus Dining• Residence Hall Government• Tutoring• Living & Learning Communities
An Equal Opportunity University
Living Learning Communities• The Arts Community• Civic Engagement• CREED Community• Explore Community• Max Kade German House• Global Village• GREEN: Gaining Real
Environmental Experience Now
An Equal Opportunity University
Living Learning Communities• Honors Program Community• Math Community• Multicultural Affairs Science
Cohort• New Economy Incubator• ROTC Community• The SEAM Community• Wellness Community
An Equal Opportunity University
2008-2009 Housing Fees
•Room & Board – Traditional w/o AC:
$5,602/year– Traditional w/AC: $5,887/year– Premium: $7,002/year– Includes minimum meal plan
An Equal Opportunity University
HousingUniversity Housing
125 W. D. FunkhouserLexington, KY 40506-0054
859-257-1866
www.uky.edu/HousingE-mail: [email protected]
Visitor Center
An Equal Opportunity University
An Equal Opportunity University
Experience UK• Campus Visits are a vital part of the
college selection process.• The Visitor Center provides “One-Stop
Shopping” for prospective students including information sessions and campus tours.
• Upon request, students can sit in on a class or meet with a departmental representative.
• Group tours available upon request.
An Equal Opportunity University
UK Visitor Center• Contact us!
• (859) 257-3595• www.uky.edu/VisitorCenter
• Hours of Operation• Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.• Select Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.• Sept. 13 & 20, Oct. 11& 18, Nov. 1& 22• Closed on all University Holidays
• Please contact us 2-3 weeks in advance
An Equal Opportunity University