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15 universities in Kentucky for international students (2026–27)
15 universities in Kentucky are on the Common App for 2026–27. The table shows each one's city, first deadline, application fee for international students, acceptance rate and published tuition. Some public universities use their own application instead of the Common App, so they aren't listed here.
Updated September 25, 2026
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15 of 15 universities
| University | City | First deadline | Intl fee | Acceptance rate | Tuition & fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asbury University | Wilmore | Rolling | $20 | 63.4% | $33,640 |
| Bellarmine University | Louisville | Nov 1, 2026 · EA | $0 | 86.1% | $48,770 |
| Brescia University | Owensboro | Rolling | $0 | 35.2% | $31,550 |
| Centre College | Danville | Nov 1, 2026 · ED | $0 | 54.4% | $52,820 |
| Georgetown College | Georgetown | Rolling | $100 | 91.1% | $42,840 |
| Kentucky Wesleyan College | Owensboro | Rolling | $0 | 71.6% | $34,673 |
| Midway University | Midway | Rolling | $30 | 95.1% | $27,220 |
| Morehead State University | Morehead | Rolling | $0 | 77.2% | $14,980 |
| Northern Kentucky University | Highland Heights | Jul 28, 2027 · RD | $40 | 67.6% | $21,912 |
| Spalding University | Louisville | Rolling | $0 | 99.4% | $29,200 |
| Thomas More University | Crestview Hills | Rolling | $0 | 90.3% | $39,800 |
| Transylvania University | Lexington | Oct 31, 2026 · ED | $0 | 86.5% | $46,870 |
| University of Kentucky | Lexington | Dec 1, 2026 · EA | $60 | 92.9% | $34,140 |
| University of Louisville | Louisville | Rolling | $30 | 79.4% | $29,482 |
| Western Kentucky University | Bowling Green | Rolling | $75 | 93.9% | $27,000 |
Built from each university's 2026–27 requirements as published on the Common App (updated September 25, 2026). Universities can change them during the season: confirm on the official page before you apply. Acceptance rates, international enrollment and costs come from the US Department of Education (IPEDS): fall 2024 admissions and enrollment, 2024–25 published tuition and fees. Download as CSV
Questions
How many universities in Kentucky are on the Common App?
15 for 2026–27.
Which universities in Kentucky are free to apply to for international students?
8 charge international applicants no application fee, including Bellarmine University, Brescia University, Centre College and Kentucky Wesleyan College.
What is the most selective university in Kentucky?
On the Common App, Brescia University: 35.2% of first-year applicants admitted for fall 2024.
What is the most affordable university in Kentucky?
By published out-of-state tuition and fees for 2024–25, Morehead State University: $14,980.