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Transylvania University
Transylvania University
LEXINGTON, KY . 4 Year 3.8
#785 in Best Colleges in America
300 N BROADWAY LEXINGTON, KY 40508

Overview

Transylvania University is located in Lexington, Kentucky, USA, and is a private liberal arts college founded in 1780. It is renowned for its small class sizes and interdisciplinary curriculum. The university offers a wide range of programs across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, and the arts, with a strong emphasis on fostering critical thinking, research skills, and cultural literacy. The campus features a blend of historic buildings and modern facilities, fostering close relationships between faculty and students. Students have opportunities to participate in internships, community service, and international exchange programs. The university is also renowned for its pre-medical and pre-law programs, providing strong support for students applying to professional schools. The overall atmosphere is academically rigorous and culturally diverse, making it an ideal choice for students seeking a high-quality liberal arts education and personalized growth opportunities.

Rankings

  • 80

    #80 in Best Christian Colleges in America

  • 3

    #3 in Best Liberal Arts Colleges in Kentucky

  • 111

    #111 in Best Liberal Arts Colleges in America

  • Best Christian Colleges in America 80 of 333
  • Best Liberal Arts Colleges in America 111 of 309
  • Best Colleges with No Application Fee in America 164 of 684

Academics

  • BAcademics
  • B+Value
  • BDiversity
  • BCampus
  • BAthletics
  • B+Party Scene
  • BProfessors
  • A Location
  • BDorms
  • B Campus Food
  • B+Student Life
  • C+Safety

Majors

  • Psychology
    28 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    26 Graduates
  • Biology
    25 Graduates
  • Business
    24 Graduates
  • Accounting
    17 Graduates
  • Communications
    14 Graduates
  • English
    10 Graduates
  • Sociology
    9 Graduates
  • History
    8 Graduates
  • Mathematics
    8 Graduates

Admissions

  • February 1
    Application Deadline
  • 92%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $30,467
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    73%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    94%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    964 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    10
  • Undergrads Over 25
    0%
  • Pell Grant
    29%
  • Varsity Athletes
    42%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    10:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (without football)

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