Tuition and Costs

I-20 Funding Requirements

Estimated minimum funding requirements for the Form I-20 or DS-2019

ESTIMATED DIRECT COST AT UK 2026-2027*

* Tuition and Fees are subject to change without notice. Cost may vary by program. For detailed information, please visit Cost of Attendance and Tuition and Fees.

* Additional proof of funding if bringing dependents in the amount of $7,350 for a dependent spouse and/or $5,040 per dependent child.

*Your actual costs may vary depending on housing, meals and personal expenses

• Scholarships for International Freshmen
• Scholarships for International Transfer Students
• Graduate Student assistantships, fellowships and grants 

International students are permitted to work up to 20 hours per week on campus while enrolled for full-time coursework. Most on-campus jobs pay between $8 and $15 per hour. The student employment center assists students in finding job opportunities on campus. 

As a visiting exchange student with a partner university managed by the Office of Education Abroad, tuition is covered for one or two semesters per year as part of an exchange agreement. If you have been approved for an exchange student from a partner institution, please visit this page with details about the funding requirements for the J-1 visa. 

International students at the University of Kentucky are expected to take full responsibility for financing their education. Students who anticipate not being able to meet the cost of education and living expenses are advised to request a postponement of enrollment until adequate funding can be secured. 

The University of Kentucky has partnered with Flywire and Western Union to make the tuition payment process easy and secure for international student parents. Both of these systems provide benefits that will allow you to get excellent foreign exchange rates and save a significant amount of money. To pay with Flywire or Western Union click here. 

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  
• American Association of Women (AAUW) International Fellowships  
• P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund  
• International Education Financial Aid (IEFA)