The University of Kentucky Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships offers undergraduate academic-based scholarships for incoming freshmen, currently enrolled, and transfer students. International undergraduate students admitted to the university can be considered for these awards if scholarship eligibility criteria and application deadlines are met. Students are also encouraged to research the additional scholarship opportunities below. 

Student Ambassadors represent UK to prospective students in their home country and region. The ambassadors provide information about the application process, scholarship opportunities, student life, and degree programs. They also help with various outreach initiatives, such as participating in presentations and developing unique and creative content for social media and promotional purposes. Connect with the UK International Center for more details.

Students who have chosen an academic program are encouraged to contact their college/department regarding scholarship opportunities. Requirements vary. Some UK colleges are now utilizing Scholarship Universe for departmental scholarship applications, but please check with your respective college regarding their specific scholarship procedures and deadlines. Contact information and webpages for the various UK colleges can be found here.  

Scholarship Universe (SU) is an online scholarship platform that matches students to relevant, vetted external scholarship opportunities, as well as internal scholarships offered by the university. SU is available for currently enrolled UK students and admitted prospective students who have a linkblue account.  

For information regarding Graduate and Professional student scholarships, fellowships, and assistantship opportunities, please contact the Graduate School.