BA/BS Mathematics at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

The Mathematics major offers a foundation for students interested in acquiring and developing intellectual tools for understanding and solving the complex mathematical problems arising in the modern world. The program offers courses in all major areas of pure and applied mathematics. A friendly environment facilitates in-depth learning and stimulating introduction to research.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Duration: 120 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

The Mathematics program offers both Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BS) degree options, allowing students to align their studies with their interests and career goals. There are four options within each degree: (1) Foundations of Mathematics, (2) Applied Mathematics; (3) Mathematics of Computation, Data and Finance; (4) General Mathematics.

Career pathways

Graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics have a wide range of career options thanks to their strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills. While some roles require graduate study, many opportunities are available directly after completing a bachelor's degree.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level requirements (not programme-specific): official high school transcript with pre-college curriculum; ACT or SAT optional (test-optional admission). Applies to admission to College of Arts and Sciences.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year entry term: Fall 2027 (applications open August 1). Transfer entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer.

UK is test-optional for admission and scholarships through the 2028-29 academic year; most freshman applicants may apply without an ACT or SAT score.

First-year applicants for Fall 2027: Early Action deadline December 1 (recommended for Lewis Honors College and competitive and academic scholarships); Regular Decision deadline February 15. Application fee is $50 for domestic and $60 for international applicants. Apply with the UK application or the Common App.

Transfer applicants: application deadlines are August 1 for Fall (scholarship deadline June 15), November 15 for Spring and April 15 for Summer. The application fee is $50, waived for applications fully submitted on listed Transfer Tuesday dates.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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