Transylvania University
Liberal arts college · Lexington, KY · 1,005 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
87%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1120–1380
ACT (middle 50%)
24–30
Average net price
$21,954
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$63,444
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
65%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Transylvania University?
Transylvania University accepts about 87 of every 100 applicants (87%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1120 and 1380 on the SAT. A score at or above 1380 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1120, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 24–30.
The latest federal data says Transylvania University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Transylvania University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Transylvania University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $63,444 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,954 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $48,920 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$48,920
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$48,920
- Room & board$15,209
- Total cost of attendance$63,444
- Average net price after grants$21,954
Popular majors
Business, Biology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Social Sciences, Psychology.
Transylvania University FAQ
- What is Transylvania University's acceptance rate?
- 87% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Transylvania University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1120–1380. Aim for 1380 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Transylvania University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 24–30.
- Is Transylvania University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Transylvania University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Transylvania University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Transylvania University cost?
- About $63,444 a year before aid; $21,954 on average after grants.
- What is Transylvania University's FAFSA school code?
- 001987. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Transylvania University receives your information.
- What is Transylvania University's graduation rate?
- 65% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Transylvania University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellarmine UniversityLouisville, KY | 86% | 1030–1250 | $17,991 | 71% |
| Murray State UniversityMurray, KY | 86% | 940–1170 | $7,350 | 60% |
| Thomas More UniversityCrestview Hills, KY | 90% | 1030–1230 | $22,723 | 49% |
| Georgetown CollegeGeorgetown, KY | 91% | 960–1160 | $13,270 | 49% |
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