Transylvania University

Transylvania University is a private liberal arts university founded in 1780 in Lexington, Kentucky — the oldest university west of the Appalachian Mountains, founded before the United States was even fully established. One of the oldest liberal arts colleges in the US, Transylvania enrolls 1,000 students and is known for exceptional pre-health sciences, business, education, and humanities programs. Notable alumni include Jefferson Davis (President of the Confederacy) and Stephen F. Austin (Father of Texas).

Programs

• Sciences — Exceptional pre-health; top medical and dental school placement rates in Kentucky
• Business — Business programs with Lexington and Bluegrass Region connections
• Education — Teacher preparation for Fayette County schools
• Humanities — Strong liberal arts tradition at one of America’s oldest institutions

How to Apply

• Application: Common App | Acceptance Rate: ~73% | Tuition: ~$42,270