MCAT Median
508
GPA Median
3.84
Acceptance Rate
7%
Program avg: 14.3%
Class Size
208
Estimated figures
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How to Get Into University of Kentucky College of Medicine
To be competitive at University of Kentucky College of Medicine, applicants typically present a MCAT score near 508 and a GPA around 3.84. University of Kentucky College of Medicine admits about 7% of applicants. Each entering class is roughly 208 students. The school is located in Lexington, KY. Figures reflect the 2025 entering class. The MCAT and GPA figures are AdmitBase estimates, not medians published by University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Enter your own GPA and MCAT score on AdmitBase to see your personalized match category and admission odds.
Admitted Student Profiles
Historical Trends
13-year data (2014–2026)
| Year | MCAT Median | GPA Median | Accept % | Apps | Class Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 508 | 3.84 | — | 5,765 | 208 |
| 2026 | — | — | — | 5,766 | 208 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$40,926
$18,436 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$76,022
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
96%
Student Body
Total Applicants
5,765
Women
54.3%
In-State
75.5%
2027 Application Deadlines
2027 Application Requirements
- Apply through
- AMCAS
- Admissions test
- MCAT · scores no older than 2 years
- Letters of recommendation
- Requirement is met by a committee letter, a letter packet, or three individual letters (a major-course faculty member, a BCPM-course faculty member, and one of the applicant's choosing). Letters only through AMCAS.
- Secondary application
- By invitation · $50 fee
- Interview
- Interview (see school)In-person interviews at the site of the applicant's first-choice campus.
- Also
- Applicants need ninety hours of undergraduate education at a United States institution with the required prerequisites completed.
Required coursework
- Physics · 2 courses (6 credit hours)
- Biological sciences · 2 courses (6 credit hours)
- Chemistry · 4 courses (12 credit hours)
- Organic chemistry · 1 course (3 credit hours)
- Biochemistry · 1 course (3 credit hours)
- Critical writing, synthesis of scholarship and oral presentation · 2 courses (6 credit hours)
Source: University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Admissions, read September 21, 2026. Requirements change each cycle; confirm on the school's site before you apply.
Data source: University of Kentucky College of Medicine, entering class 2025 (class averages) (2025). Some figures on this page are estimates — see the note above.
University of Kentucky College of Medicine: Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Kentucky College of Medicine's acceptance rate?
University of Kentucky College of Medicine has an acceptance rate of about 7% (2025 entering class). For comparison, the average across Medicine programs we track is 14.3%.
What MCAT score do you need for University of Kentucky College of Medicine?
AdmitBase estimates the median MCAT score of admitted students at University of Kentucky College of Medicine at about 508 (2025 entering class). This is an AdmitBase estimate, not a median published by University of Kentucky College of Medicine — treat it as a guide only.
What GPA do you need to get into University of Kentucky College of Medicine?
AdmitBase estimates the median GPA of admitted students at University of Kentucky College of Medicine at about 3.84 (2025 entering class). This is an AdmitBase estimate, not a median published by University of Kentucky College of Medicine — treat it as a guide only.
How much does University of Kentucky College of Medicine cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at University of Kentucky College of Medicine is $40,926. Out-of-state or non-resident tuition is $76,022. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into University of Kentucky College of Medicine?
Admission to University of Kentucky College of Medicine is competitive: it admits roughly 7% of applicants, the median MCAT is 508, the median GPA is 3.84. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether University of Kentucky College of Medicine is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and MCAT score.
Where is University of Kentucky College of Medicine located?
University of Kentucky College of Medicine is located in Lexington, KY.
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