University of Kentucky, Celebrating more than 150 years of excellence in education in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the University of Kentucky is currently ranked nationally in more than 90 academic programs in addition to being home to a prestigious intercollegiate athletics programs. As we become one of the nation's top research institutions, we’re not only providing a world-class education, we’re focused on research and outreach that will change lives for the people of Kentucky, the nation and the world.