Transylvania University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	667
Religious affiliation	Protestant
Student to faculty ratio	10 to 1
Acceptance rate	92%
Students retention rate	84%
On-time graduation rate	73%

Located in Lexington, Kentucky, Transylvania University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 92% indicates that Transylvania University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Transylvania University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 10-to-1, Transylvania University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Transylvania University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 84% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 74% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

92%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$42,520

Cost of attendance at Transylvania University in 2022 for students from Kentucky.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Kentucky's average	$10,481
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$42,520

Cost of attendance at Transylvania University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Kentucky's average	$21,663
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Transylvania University received on average $30,467 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$30,467

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	77	29%	$4,501	$346,575
Other Federal Grant	248	93%	$3,326	$824,725
State Grant/Scholarships	204	77%	$4,293	$875,751
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	265	100%	$24,165	$6,403,838
Total Grant & Scholarships	266	100%	$30,467	$8,104,314

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Transylvania University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Transylvania University students is 73.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 80.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 64.0%.

73.4%

asian 50.0% 2 students
African American 64.3% 9 students
white 74.2% 178 students
unknown 83.3% 10 students
hispanic 62.5% 15 students
Mixed Race 85.7% 12 students

Sport Conferences

Baseball Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
Basketball Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Transylvania University provides the following additional services to its students

Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Transylvania University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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