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The University of Kentucky is home to a powerful community. Here, you belong. Because this is a community built on compassion and respect for all people. And we’re united in a common cause: to create stronger communities across our Commonwealth and beyond and to do the transformative work that makes them thrive. This is what’s possible for you and we’re excited to see where your journey takes you.
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Information for Admitted First-Year Students Who Have Not Confirmed for Fall 2022
Thank you for your interest in joining the first-year class at the University of Kentucky this fall. The interest among incoming first-year students to be part of the Big Blue Nation this fall has been unprecedented.
To that end, on May 4, 2022, the University transitioned its admittance for first-year students for the Fall 2022 semester based on admitted college and residency. Please see below for current enrollment opportunities.
Accepting Big Blue Nation Orientation registration (confirmation), both Kentucky residents and out-of-state students:
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College of Arts and Sciences (except majors of Political Science and Psychology)
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College of Design
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College of Engineering
Accepting BBN Orientation (confirmation), Kentucky residents only:
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College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
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College of Arts and Sciences
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Gatton College of Business and Economics
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College of Communication and Information
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College of Education
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College of Fine Arts
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Martin School of Public Policy and Administration
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College of Public Health
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College of Social Work
Waitlisting all admitted but not confirmed students, regardless of residency status:
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College of Health Sciences
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College of Nursing
Waitlisting admitted but not confirmed, out-of-state students:
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College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
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College of Arts and Sciences majors of Political Science and Psychology
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Gatton College of Business and Economics
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College of Communication and Information
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College of Education
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College of Fine Arts
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Martin School of Public Policy and Administration
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College of Public Health
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College of Social Work
Students interested in being added to the waitlist should contact their admission recruiter or the Office of Orientation and Outreach at orientation@uky.edu or 859-257-3256.
Confirm your enrollment by paying your orientation fee and enrollment deposit, then sign up for your Big Blue Nation Orientation.
(Transfer students are assessed the orientation fee after participating in BBN Orientation; there is no enrollment prepayment for transfer students.)
To-do ASAP
DO THIS FIRST: Activate your linkblue account
Every student needs a linkblue account to complete the confirmation process. Make sure you have your acceptance letter on hand to activate your account; you will need the username and temporary password provided. The linkblue wizard will also guide you through setting up your UKY email address and two-factor authentication.
View additional steps and resources in the Acceptance Package
UK Email
After you’ve activated your linkblue account, you will set up your UKY email address. Check your email regularly for updates and important information on financial aid, scholarships, admissions and even your academic advisor!
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