The Lewis Honors College at the University of Kentucky welcomes applications for Upper-Level Admission (ULA). Membership in the Honors College provides students with enhanced opportunities to deeply explore their chosen field of study. Students will also have access to expanded course offerings, faculty mentorship, Honors advising, and career support through the Center for Personal Development (CPD).
Upper-Level Admission
Upper-Level Admission to the Lewis Honors College
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Decisions and Important Dates
Admission decisions will be made by a committee of Honors faculty and staff. Students will be evaluated on their college GPA and the quality of their writing samples.
Students who submit their application for Fall 2026 admission on or before 6 PM on Friday, December 12, 2025, will receive their admission decision before priority registration begins for the Fall 2026 semester. All other students wishing to be admitted to the Lewis Honors College for Fall 2026 should submit their application materials no later than 16 PM on Friday, May 8, 2026. Students who apply after December 12 but before May 8 should anticipate receiving admission decisions by mid-June 2026.
Start Your Honors Journey
Dec. 12
For Fall 2026 Priority Registration
May 8
For Fall 2026
I appreciate the diversity in Honors course choices, as well as the flexibility. Every semester there are a wide variety of Honors courses making it easy to find new interests and learn new things. I also appreciate how helpful the Honors faculty and staff are. They work hard to ensure a positive educational experience for the students.
Sarisha Lohano '25
Lewis Launch Leader and HCAT
Upper-Level Admissions Staff
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