University of Kentucky
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 92%
Average High School GPA: 3.6
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1080-1290
ACT Range: 21-28
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 23,930
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $13,502
Out-of-State Tuition: $34,140
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Lexington, Kentucky
Setting: City
U.S. Region: Southeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 32°F (0°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 87°F (30°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 46 inches (1,168 mm)
Nearest Airport: Blue Grass Airport (LEX) — Approximately 5 miles (12-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram:@universityofky
Swim Team Instagram: @ukswimdive
Twitter:@universityofky
Facebook:University of Kentucky
LinkedIn:University of Kentucky
YouTube:University of Kentucky
TikTok: @universityofky
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Lancaster Aquatic Center
Head Coach: Bret Lundgaard
Men’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Women’s Recruiting Questionnaire: N/A
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #20
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #9 in SEC
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #11 in SEC
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U.S. News College Rankings
#152 in National Universities (tie)
#81 in Top Public Schools (tie)
#98 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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Forbes Top Colleges
#203 America's Best Large Employers 2025
#438 America's Dream Employers 2025
#160 Top Colleges 2025
#71 In Public Colleges
#119 In Research Universities
#40 In The South
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#247 Best Employers for New Grads 2023
#88 Best Employers for Women 2022
#239 Best Employers for Diversity 2022
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A-
Academics: B+
Diversity: B+
Athletics: A+
Professors: A
Dorms: A+
Student Life: A+
Value: B
Campus: A
Party Scene: A
Location: B+
Campus Food: A-
Safety: C+
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #66 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #24 of 1,332
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Complete the university swimming and diving
recruiting questionnaire and email the coach.