International Students

Compared to other top research universities, the University of Kentucky offers reasonable tuition fees to ensure that students receive a high-quality, affordable international education.

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Incoming Freshmen

Requirements: Admission to UK as a pre-major in the Gatton College

Deadline: February 1. Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis. This link will take you to Scholarship Universe to apply for scholarships. Use your Link Blue credentials to sign in.

Scholarship Universe

Current Business Students & Transfer Students

Requirements: Continuing or transfer student enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program within the Gatton College of Business & Economics.

Current and Transfer Student Scholarship Application

It’s worth it to go to the University of Kentucky! We offer very generous scholarships for international students. All scholarships can be combined, so if you apply and are awarded several scholarships, you could get most of your tuition paid! For example, if you are a transfer student with a 3.5 GPA, you will automatically receive $2,000 plus $4,000 for a total of $6,000 annually.

Gatton International Partner Scholarship

Gatton Americas Scholarship

Incoming Freshmen

Scholarships are awarded to admitted students; applicants with missing documentation may not be considered for scholarships.

Transfer Students

Scholarships are determined at the time a student is accepted to the University of Kentucky. Transfer scholarships will be offered to students who are enrolled full time, who have completed one or more terms at an accredited college or university, and who are working toward their first bachelor's degree.

Graduate Students

The Graduate School Office of Finance, Funding, & Analytics strives to promote Student Success and high quality of graduate programs, as well as support all units of the Graduate School.

Students who meet the GPA and admissions requirements will automatically receive the Transfer Academic Scholarship. A $4,000 tuition scholarship for students with a GPA of 3.0 – 4.0. Admission is required before June 15.

Funding sources can differ depending on the region of the world in which students live. We strongly suggest contacting the nearest Overseas Education Advising Center or the U.S. Embassy/Consulate in your country. These centers have updated information about financial assistance and can assist with the application process.

Education USA and the U.S. Embassy

Institute of International Education (IIE)

World Bank Scholarship Program

P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund

International Education Financial Aid (IEFA)

The University of Kentucky defines international applicants as those with citizenship other than the United States of America. Permanent Residents of the United States should complete a domestic application and include a photocopy of their Permanent Resident card.

Admission Requirements