Admissions

The College of Engineering has a selective admission process. Please read the information below for the acceptance criteria.

New Freshmen Admission Requirements

Minimum entry requirements:

ACT math score of 23 or higher
OR
SAT math score of 510 or higher
OR
3 or above on the Calculus AB portion of the Advanced Placement Exam
OR
Eligible for MA 110 based on result of the UK Math Department Placement Exam
OR
Completion of or the equivalent of MA 110 Analytic Geometry and Trigonometry with a grade of C or higher
OR
Completion of or the equivalent of MA 109 - College Algebra and MA 112 - Trigonometry with a grade of C or higher

Approved by the College of Engineering Faculty, April 22, 2005
Approved by the University Senate Council November 7, 2005
Approved by the University Senate November 14, 2005


Preparation sequence for Calculus I:

ACT math score of 26 or higher or SAT math score of 540 or higher should enroll in MA 113, Calculus I
OR
ACT math score of 23-25 or SAT math score of 510-530 should enroll in MA 110, Analytic Geometry and Trigonometry. The College of Engineering requires at least a C in this 4-hour course before enrolling in MA 113.

NOTE: A Mathematics Department Placement Exam will be required of all entering students desiring to take math courses. The exam score will guide the selection of a proper math course for the student.

Students not meeting the admission requirement, but still interested in pursuing an engineering degree, may register at UK in Undergraduate Studies (in Miller Hall) and may enroll in freshman level engineering classes. Once students are prepared to begin major courses (which include appropriate physical sciences, math, statistics, drafting, and computer courses), they may enter the College of Engineering.

Students may also consider taking preparatory coursework at many of the other colleges and universities offering math and science courses in Kentucky prior to seeking admission to the College of Engineering. Transfer students who have completed the freshmen courses should apply directly to their department of choice.

Any student with questions regarding admission to the College of Engineering at UK can get input by contacting the Director of Student Services at 859-257-1021 or the Associate Dean for Administration and Academic Affairs at 859-257-8827 or 859-257-1864.

TRANSFER STUDENTS:

Prospective transfer students must complete an application to the University of Kentucky, submit a transcript from the last secondary school and all subsequent post secondary institutions attended, and include a copy of all ACT results. Please consult the eligibility requirements of the UK Bulletin to determine if you meet the requirements for transfer admission.

We appreciate your interest in our undergraduate program. If you have questions concerning the transfer process, please contact Student Services.

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