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Private 4 Year

Transylvania University

Lexington, Kentucky

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Overview

Enrollment

979
Transylvania University overview
Location Lexington, Kentucky
Online transy.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large City
Religious Affiliation Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Transylvania University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad
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Transylvania University, located in Lexington, Kentucky, is a private liberal arts college founded in 1780 as the first university west of the Allegheny Mountains. Its urban campus exudes history with its early 19th-century architecture, encompassing approximately 48 acres near the heart of downtown Lexington, about 80 miles from Louisville. Known for its rigorous academics and highly selective admission process, Transylvania offers a range of undergraduate programs with particular strengths in pre-medical education and the liberal arts. The university provides on-campus living options in residence halls. With a faculty-to-student ratio that promotes personalized learning, Transylvania University cultivates an environment conducive to academic inquiry and exploration.

In the most recent statistical year 1,781 prospective students applied, and 1,617 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 281 enrolled in the school.  954 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 25 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $41,900 plus fees of $1,770.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

7/10

Academics

8/10

Resources

5/10

Outcomes

7/10

Value

Transylvania University is rated within the top 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Getting In

Admission Standards

Difficult
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SAT 1120/1360
ACT 23/29
GPA 3.77

Applications Accepted

90.8% 
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Applications Due Aug 1, 2025
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$41,900
Costs for Transylvania University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,000
Other Fees$1,770
Room and Board $12,750
Budget for Other Expenses$2,350
Total One Year Cost$59,770

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$48,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

70% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Transylvania University students
Subject Percent of Class
Social Sciences 12%
Business 12%
Foreign Languages 11%
Biology 11%
Psychology 11%

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Questions and Answers

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Last updated February 24, 2024