Lexington Colleges

ITT Technical Institute
Lexington, Kentucky

With over 90 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

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: Accounting, Communication, Communications, Computer Networking, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Science Technologies, Visual Arts
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, 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: Communication, Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Networking, Graphic Design, Health and Human Services, HVAC Electrical Construction, Information Technology, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Photography and photo journalism, Science Technologies, Visual Arts
• 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: Accounting, Communication, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, Family and Consumer, Finance, Graphic Design, History, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, International, Law, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Public, Visual Arts
• 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: Accounting, Computer Networking, Culinary Arts and Pastry, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Multimedia and Web Design, Paralegal, Teaching
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Master

Central Kentucky Technical College
308 Opportunity Way
Lexington, Kentucky 40511-2623

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: licensed practical nurse, interdisciplinary studies, industrial mechanics, carpentry, electrician, engineering technology, medical secretary, automobile mechanics.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 4,049 students, 2,326 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

Kaufman Beauty School
701 E High St
Lexington, Kentucky 40502

• Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 30 students, 30 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

Lexington Community College
Cooper Dr
Lexington, Kentucky 40506-0235

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, business management, data processing tech, executive secretary, radiation therapist, architectural drafting, child care provider.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 8,310 students, 6,089 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

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

• Programs: ministry, theology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 99 students, 72 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 80 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, history, political science, accounting, exercise science, Spanish language.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 1,151 students, 1,141 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 886 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 543-642. Math: 537-641.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Member of a national athletic association.

University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky 40506-0032

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business, marketing, finance, social work, psychology, accounting, English, biology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 25,672 students, 23,072 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 6,800 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-620. Math: 510-640.
• 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.