Transylvania University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Transylvania University is a private university in Lexington, Kentucky, enrolling about 1,005 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 86.55% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $54,705 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $46,870
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,913 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 86.55% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,005 98.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 71.48%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
- First-Generation Students: 16.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 0.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 64.7%
- Average SAT Score: 1287
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,026
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,986
- Room & Board: $14,697 annual estimate
Transylvania University: what the data shows
Common questions about Transylvania University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Transylvania University?
Transylvania University is located in Lexington, KY (ZIP 40508-1797).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Transylvania University public or private?
Transylvania University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Transylvania University cost?
Published tuition: $46,870.
Average net price after aid: $21,913.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,551 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,555 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,272 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,155 |
| $110,001+ | $29,312 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $187,480.
How hard is it to get into Transylvania University?
Admission rate: 86.55%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1287 and midpoint ACT 27.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Transylvania University?
Total enrollment: 1,005 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,026 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Transylvania University?
150%-time completion rate: 71.48%.
First-year retention: 87.1%.
What do graduates of Transylvania University earn?
Median earnings: $40,447 six years after entry; $54,705 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
26.25% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Transylvania University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business/Commerce, General (35 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (25 completions)
- Psychology, General (24 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (23 completions)
- Accounting (17 completions)
- Mathematics, General (14 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (10 completions)
- Political Science and Government, General (9 completions)
- Chemistry, General (8 completions)
- International Relations and Affairs (8 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Transylvania University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 86.55%; completion rate 71.48%; median earnings $54,705 at 10 years; net price $21,913. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$46,870
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Transylvania University was $46,870.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,913
2024 Value
In 2024 Transylvania University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,913.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$87,652 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,913 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$187,480 4-Year Tuition
$14,697 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$62,567 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$250,268 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Transylvania University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
26.25% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
46.91% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Transylvania University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Transylvania University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $31,560 | $31,560 | $20,488 |
| 2014 | $33,360 | $33,360 | $21,813 |
| 2015 | $34,370 | $34,370 | $22,339 |
| 2016 | $35,830 | $35,830 | $22,826 |
| 2017 | $37,290 | $37,290 | $25,405 |
| 2018 | $38,750 | $38,750 | $24,588 |
| 2019 | $40,210 | $40,210 | $23,906 |
| 2020 | $41,610 | $41,610 | $24,752 |
| 2021 | $42,520 | $42,520 | $24,489 |
| 2022 | $43,670 | $43,670 | $23,734 |
| 2023 | $44,980 | $44,980 | $23,560 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
86.55% Acceptance Rate
1,986 Total Applicants
1,688 Students Admitted
281 First-Time Students Enrolled
16.65% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1287
ACT Average: 27
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Transylvania University reported total enrollment of about 1,005 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (80.4%), Two or More Races (6.1%), and Black or African American (5.1%). About 26.25% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 16.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Transylvania University in 2024 is 1,005 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,026 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
87.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 80.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
55.70% 100% Completion Time
71.48% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 55.70% of students graduating from Transylvania University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business/Commerce, General: 71% male / 29% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 24% male / 76% female
- Psychology, General: 17% male / 83% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Transylvania University.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$54,705 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
49.36% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
524.12% Return on Investment
4.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Transylvania University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 36 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business/Commerce, General: 35 completions
2. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 25 completions
3. Psychology, General: 24 completions
4. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 23 completions
5. Accounting: 17 completions
6. Mathematics, General: 14 completions
7. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 10 completions
8. Political Science and Government, General: 9 completions
9. Chemistry, General: 8 completions
Most popular programs at Transylvania University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Transylvania University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Transylvania University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 64.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,145
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,370
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Transylvania University is a private non-profit institution located in Lexington, KY, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,005 students. Student body composition includes White (80.4%), Two or More Races (6.1%), Black or African American (5.1%). The admission rate is 86.55%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1287. The 150%-time completion rate is 71.48%. Approximately 26.25% of students receive Pell Grants. About 16.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Location
Lexington, KY 40508-1797
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Transylvania University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Transylvania University located?
Transylvania University is located in Lexington, KY.
What is Transylvania University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Transylvania University is 86.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,986 applicants and 1,688 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Transylvania University cost?
Reported tuition is $46,870 and average net price is $21,913 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,697 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Transylvania University?
Transylvania University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,026 students, White (80.4%), Two or More Races (6.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Transylvania University?
About 16.4% of students at Transylvania University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Transylvania University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Transylvania University reports midpoint SAT about 1287 and midpoint ACT about 27.
What do graduates of Transylvania University earn?
Median earnings are $40,447 six years after entry and $54,705 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Transylvania University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 71.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Transylvania University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Transylvania University public or private?
Transylvania University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lexington, KY.
Is Transylvania University an HBCU?
No. Transylvania University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Transylvania University a tribal college?
No. Transylvania University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Kentucky college costs
- Kentucky colleges by ROI
- Lexington, Kentucky city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Kentucky
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.