University of Kentucky Reviews

"This program is good for students who want to go on to a professional degree. It works as a post baccalaureate degree in terms of taking upper level coursework, but also allows you to get a degree in the process. The professors are smart and mostly helpful. Out of state tuition is ridiculously expensive. You spend most of your time in the college of medicine around other graduate students involved in a multitude of career paths in the health field."

"The University of Kentucky is a great school. The campus, although large, is friendly and welcoming. Lexington is a wonderful city and has a great "college town" vibe. I choose to attend UK after visiting the campus, as soon as I arrive I felt like I was home, this is one of the biggest reasons I decided to attend UK for both my Bachelor's and Master's degree."

"Great school and offered a one of a kind MSACC program that incorporated the CPA exam."

"I received an incredible education at the University of Kentucky. I was taught by knowledgeable professors and took advantage of the numerous involvement opportunities. UK allows students to have an amazing college experience, such as by joining student organizations or studying abroad."

"Excellent education. Prepared me for a professional job and now I am headed into a top-tier grad program. Big state school, so it is what you make of it. Great faculty though and lots of resources- just use them! Majored in international studies and studied a foreign language. Loved Lexington to boot."

"I think college is pretty pointless for a degree such as mine. If you know that you want to be a doctor, or a nurse, or a teacher, or a layer, then college is great. But if you don't know what you want to do, you're really just putting yourself in a very expensive box. You'd be better off taking time out of high school to travel, work different jobs and find your passion before trying to develop a passion while going into mass amounts of debt. UK was hit or miss. Some classes changed my life, but many I can't even remember.Read Less"

"It is a large party school, that focuses on sports and greek life. Some of the grad programs are ok- especially med school and psychology, but there are a lot of bureaucratic obstacles, department politics, and general mistreatment of students."

"Excellent experience and unique degree program. I had knowledge and experience to get a job in my field after graduation. You have to really make the experience your own by carefully choosing your internships and focus area - this will set you apart in a large student body."

"My initial academic adviser was terrible, though during my junior year I was given an adviser within my college which helped tremendously. I lived in the south campus dorms for the first 2 years, which were fine. Almost all of the gen-ed classes up to 200 level contained 200+ students which was not the best environment."

"The campus was beautiful however I sensed a focus more on athletics than academics. The school is really large so if you want the more one-on-one feel then I would not recommend this campus for you."

"Some of the pros associated with the program is the state of the art facilities available to students. We are usually able to see the recorded lecture of the professor again when we please, see video of ourselves during mock patient encounters or putting together a pharmaceutical product, helping us learn more efficiently. We have group study rooms that are very comfortable and convenient to use while studying for exams. The number of student organizations specific to pharmacy are abundant and there are so many ways to get involved. There are not many cons that come into my head when thinking about this program. The biggest I think would be the sheer number of lecturers we have. In a sense, the number of professors is good, in that we have those who are experts in that particular topic teaching us. However, there are also many freshly out of school residents who are required to teach and they do not always do a good job and it is at the student's expense. While most professors are very willing to get together with you to solve issues or points of confusion, there are a few bad apples who do not really care about your success at all. These individuals are only there because they know what they are talking about and because they bring millions in grants to the school. It is a bit disappointing from that standpoint.Read Less"

"UK is a wonderful school. It has a beautiful campus, plenty of opportunities to be involved, and some great teachers. The library is a great addition with plenty of resources. The athletics are very fun and involved. It's an all around beautiful and fun place to get a quality education."

"There's a lot you have access to. Facilities, study help, clubs, sports, community. Many classes with many professors, most of which are more than willing to help you if you ask for it. The advisor you're assigned is NOT always the right one for you. Shop around and look up and meet different advisors in your college. Not every student in your major plans to go down the same path as you and certain advisors will have a better idea of how to guide a student in your major with your goals in mind. I learned that the hard way, though just in time to graduate in only 4years. Be open to opportunities. Even if something is only somewhat related to your major, jump in anyway. It will help you feel out for yourself your likes dislikes and strengths and you will be more rounded out overall. Take this time to take those chances, they will never be as affordable and as accommodating as they will be during your time as a student.Read Less"

"Great school, currently going back there for my Master's degree. Great business programs"

"It was a big research university, it spent too much money/resources on the 'undergraduate experience,' and not enough on their actual research efforts. Like most universities with graduate programs, it underfunded the graduate research programs, in my opinion because they funneled money to development projects geared toward undergraduates. Professors were routinely encouraged to make courses less demanding, lest they be reprimanded by student evaluations. Undergraduates demanded curves on grades, and were not expected to do rigorous work. There is basketball, though. And people liked it.Read Less"

"Pros. would include the location, quality of classes, and length of time it took to complete the program. Cons would include the large price of tuition, and lack of scholarships available."

"The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is a great program that adequately prepares students to become well-rounded physicians and provides support along each step of student's development. Pros include cheap student living in the campus area, 24 hour facilities, and recording of lectures for review at your leisure. Also lots of expert lecturers who work as physicians and have hands-on experience. Cons of the program include high tuition fees for out of state students."

"The faculty at UK Law are very talented, although some seem to go out of their way to create problems with students. Tuition has risen about $1000 over the last four years, and the class is not made up of "social butterflies." Although I feel safe inside the Law building, there are numerous sexual assaults, armed robberies, and shootings around campus."

"Great school great students and just a great environment to be in. The teachers really help you and try to look for the best way to make you understand  what they are trying to say. It is a good place where you know there is alot of excitement and good weather."

"I am in the PA program (but couldn't select it) and very excited to start my career. Pros- * very established school with a very developed program. * Brand new Dean of the Clinical health sciences college who is making amazing changes * professors that care for the students * associated with medical, pharmacy, and nursing schools. So brings in a lot of knowledge from all different aspects Cons - * expensive to live and tuition is high, especially for summer programs * lectures are over webcast for some classes as we partner with another classRead Less"