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Military Quick Facts

  • BAH Rate
    $1,518
  • Online BAH
    $901
  • GI Bill Approved Programs
    YES
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
    NO
  • Approved for Tuition Assistance
    YES
  • Offers College Credit for Military Experience
    YES
  • Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
    YES
  • Awards Credit for DSST Exam
    YES

University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky is a 4 Year, Public university located at South Limestone, Lexington, KY. Students at University of Kentucky can enroll in bachelor’s, certificate, master’s, certificate, doctoral degree programs.

University of Kentucky Military & Veteran Support Programs

University of Kentucky offers the following veteran and military support programs: 

Is University of Kentucky a GI Bill®-approved school?

Yes, University of Kentucky is a GI Bill®-approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that the GI Bill® covers your preferred degree program.

Is University of Kentucky a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, University of Kentucky is a Yellow Ribbon school.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of its tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon.

Does University of Kentucky offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

Yes, University of Kentucky has Yellow Ribbon funding for its master's degree programs.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of its tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon.

Does University of Kentucky offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

No, University of Kentucky does not necessarily offer a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans. However, as a state school, its rate may not exceed the military tuition assistance cap of $250. You should verify with the university to find out if the rate is below the military tuition assistance cap of $250 per credit hour. Otherwise, you may have out-of-pocket tuition costs for which you would be responsible.

What are University of Kentucky's military tuition rates for active military using tuition assistance funding?

University of Kentucky has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.

What are University of Kentucky's online tuition rates for active military?

University of Kentucky has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.

Does University of Kentucky offer online degree programs?

No, University of Kentucky does not currently offer online degree programs.

Is University of Kentucky approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, University of Kentucky is approved for Tuition Assistance.

Eligible students may have up to 100% of its tuition, with zero out-of-pocket costs.

You will need to verify with the school to ensure that Tuition Assistance covers your preferred degree program.

Military and Veteran Costs
  • Tuition Cost
    $ 12,859
  • GI Bill Coverage
    - $ 12,859
  • Student Veteran Cost
    $ 0
  • Tuition Cost-Per-Credit-Hour
    $
  • Tuition Assistance
    - $ 250
  • Military Student Cost
    $
  • This GI Bill coverage is based on full benefits remaining. Any potential costs and coverage should be verified by the university before applying.

Military/Veteran Support

  • BAH - Campus
    $1,518
  • BAH - Online
    $916.50
  • Campus SVA Chapter
    YES
  • Full-Time Veteran Counselor On Campus
    YES
  • Signed VA Principles Of Excellence
    YES
  • Club/Association for Veterans
    YES
  • Veteran Upward Bound Program
    NO
  • 8 Keys to Veterans' Success
    YES
  • Offers ROTC Program
    YES
  • GI Bill Approved Programs
    YES
Academic Support
  • Offers College Credit for Military Experiences
    YES
  • Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
    YES
  • Awards Credit for DSST Exam
    YES
Financial Support
  • Approved for Tuition Assistance
    YES
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
    NO
  • Scholarships for Military
    NO
  • Reduced Tuition for Military
    NO

    Yellow Ribbon Detail

  • Degree level
    Graduate
  • All
  • Amount
    Unlimited
  • Number
    15
  • Degree level
    Graduate
  • All
  • Amount
    Unlimited
  • Number
    60
Costs
  • Undergraduate
    $12,859
    In State
    $32,276
    Out of State
  • Graduate
    $10,439
    In State
    $24,905
    Out of State
  • Textbooks
    $1,200
  • GI Bill Textbook Coverage
    - $1000
  • Total Cost to Student Veteran
    $ 200
Student Population
  • Student Count
    21,864
    Undergraduate
    6,980
    Graduate
    12
    GI Bill Students
  • Male
    47.2%
    Population
  • Female
    52.8%
    Population
Affiliation
  • Religious
    No Religious Affiliation
  • Ethnicity
    No Ethnic Affiliation
  • Gender
    Coed School
School Information
  • College Type
    Public
  • Setting
    Urban
  • Accreditation Type
    Regional
  • Duration
    4 Year
  • Calendar
    Semesters
  • Online Undergraduate
    Yes
  • Online Graduate
    Yes
Average Scores
  • Avg. Accepted
    575
    SAT Math
    555
    SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing
    25
    ACT
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