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Lexington Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Lexington

There are at least 12 colleges in Lexington, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 38,841 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 32,526 full-time students, and a reported 7,684 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include University of Kentucky and Bluegrass Community and Technical College.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Kentucky Colleges.

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Lexington QuickSchools™

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ITT Technical Institute
Lexington, Kentucky

With over 100 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

National College
Lexington, Kentucky

Offers degree programs and career training in business, healthcare, and technology fields. Located in several campus locations across the Eastern U.S.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Hospitality, Law, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Diploma

Spencerian College
Lexington, Kentucky

Teaches relevant skills for the launch of a successful career. Placement office assists grads in finding jobs. In operation since the 1890s.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering Technician, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Strayer University
Lexington, Kentucky

Strayer University (SU) has been providing college education for over 115 years, with many locations across the United States.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Master

Sullivan University
Lexington, Kentucky

Kentucky’s largest private college employs a stair-step approach that lets students earn credentials as they progress through their career programs, useful for gaining relevant employment while studying.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Hospitality, Law, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Master

Lexington Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

Bluegrass Community and Technical College
470 Cooper Drive
Lexington, Kentucky 40506

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, electrician, licensed practical nurse, engineering technology, welding, carpentry, executive secretary, industrial mechanics.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 11,596 students, 7,573 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Employment Solutions
1165 Centre Pky Suite #120
Lexington, Kentucky 40517

  • Programs: general office occupations, culinary arts, property management.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 49 students, 49 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

Kaufman Beauty School
701 E High St
Lexington, Kentucky 40502-1776

  • Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 31 students, 31 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

Lexington Beauty College
90 Southport Dr
Lexington, Kentucky 40503

  • Programs: manicurist, cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 51 students, 38 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Lexington Theological Seminary
631 S Limestone
Lexington, Kentucky 40508-3288

  • Programs: ministry, theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 105 students, 89 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 60 student capacity.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Transylvania University
300 N Broadway
Lexington, Kentucky 40508-1797

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business, biology, psychology, accounting, elementary school teaching, political science, Spanish language, exercise science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 1,153 students, 1,146 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 900 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 550-650. Math: 509-605. Writing: 551-655.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky 40506-0032

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business, marketing, psychology, biology, social work, finance, communication studies, political science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 25,856 students, 23,600 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 6,724 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-610. Math: 500-630. Writing: 450-590.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

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(2000)
StudentsDorms
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