University of Kentucky Visitor Center
Visit In-person
Every Wildcat has their own unique experience – your visit should be personalized to you, too.
Click the button below to build your UK visit. Start by finding an Admission Information Session and Campus Tour, then add additional visits based on your academic interests, if desired and available. Reserve your spot as soon as possible as space is limited. We can't wait to welcome you to our Kentucky Home!
UK is one of only eight institutions in the country with the full complement of liberal arts, engineering, professional, agricultural and medical colleges and disciplines on one contiguous campus.
UK has a strong faculty core that supports 200+ academic programs spread across 16 degree-granting colleges, the Lewis Honors College, Graduate School and the UK Library system.
We inspire students to explore the many opportunities for involvement in UK’s community beyond the classroom and residence life experience.
invested in infrastructure across campus, including a $256 million multidisciplinary research building and the continued expansion of a $1 billion health care facility started in 2004.
Admitted Student Days
We're excited you're considering attending the University of Kentucky this fall! Our Admitted Student Days, taking place in Spring 2024, will allow you to learn more about your next steps, gather valuable advice from current students in your anticipated area of study, and tour campus. During the student’s college meeting, family and guests will attend a session with the UK Parent and Family Association. Check back on November 1st, 2023 for a list of dates and registration details.
Open Houses and Events
Looking for more ways to get to know UK?
Our Open House and Events series is designed to introduce you to what's possible at the University of Kentucky. Whether you're traveling to Lexington or we're bringing the Big Blue Nation to your town, we're excited to connect with you!
Students from every county in Kentucky.
Students from every US State.
And students from all over the world.
Be your own tour guide! If you prefer to visit campus on your own or over the weekend, or if you are unable to register for a guided Campus Tour on a date that works for you, the Self-Guided Campus Tour is a great way to get to know UK. Click the button below to get a printable version of our Self-Guided Tour map with information you'll need to explore our campus at your own pace.
2023-2024 Holidays and Special Hours
While you're welcome to come to campus for a Self-Guided Tour any time, keep in mind that University building hours may be altered on the weekends and for special holidays.
The University of Kentucky will be closed for the following 2023-2024 holidays:
- July 4 for Independence Day
- September 4 for Labor Day
- November 23 and 24 for Thanksgiving
- December 26 - January 2 for Winter Holiday Break
- January 15 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- May 27 for Memorial Day
- June 19 for Juneteenth
Safety Guidelines
We've made some changes to our on-campus visit experiences to keep our Wildcat Community - which includes you, our guests - as safe as possible.
Please review these requirements before heading to campus.
Diverse Student Visit Opportunities
Meet with our Diversity Recruitment Team
Members of our Diversity Recruitment team are here to answer your questions about joining the Wildcat Family.
First-Generation Student Visit Opportunities
