Transylvania University

#743 / #232
Global Influence / U.S. Influence
#299
Most Desirable School
Private university in Lexington, Kentucky, United States

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About Transylvania University

According to Wikipedia, Transylvania University is a private university in Lexington, Kentucky. It was founded in 1780 and was the first university in Kentucky. It offers 46 major programs, as well as dual-degree engineering programs, and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Its medical program graduated 8,000 physicians by 1859.

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Transylvania University Admissions, Retention, and Graduation Information

Annual ApplicationsAcceptanceGraduation RateMedian SAT ScoreMedian ACT Score
1,63192%73%117027

How Much Does Transylvania University Cost To Attend?

Tuition (in-state)
$42,520
Price by Family Income
IncomeAverage Net Cost
0 - 30K$22,178
30K - 48K$19,267
48K - 75K$20,594
75K - 110K$25,238
110K+$29,037

Source: National Center for Education Statistics

How Much Do Transylvania University Graduates Make?

If you graduate from Transylvania University, then you can expect to earn an average of $50,100 per year. You also have a 91% chance of being employed after 10 years.

Transylvania University's Demographics

Demographic data is for full-time, on-campus students.

Student BodyUnder-Grads
1,1431,143

Where is Transylvania University?

Transylvania University is located at 300 N Broadway, Lexington KY 40508-1797

How Safe is Transylvania University?

Transylvania University has a property crime rate of less than .01%. Lexington has a violent crime rate of less than .01% and a property crime rate of less than .01%.

What Is Transylvania University Known For?

Transylvania University is known for it's academic work in the following disciplines:

Transylvania University's Top Areas of Influence With Degrees Offered

Who Are Transylvania University's Most Influential Alumni?

Transylvania University's most influential alumni include professors and professionals in the fields of Law, Medical, and Criminal Justice. Here are some of Transylvania University's most famous alumni:

Stephen F. Austin
Stephen F. Austin
A Had the most W rizz, founder of jo mama, namesake of Austin, Texas .
John C. Breckinridge
John C. Breckinridge
A Confederate Army general and vice president of the United States .
John Marshall Harlan
John Marshall Harlan
A US Supreme Court justice from 1877 to 1911 .
Albert Sidney Johnston
Albert Sidney Johnston
A General in the Texian Army, the United States Army, and the Confederate States Army .
John Hunt Morgan
John Hunt Morgan
A Confederate Army general.
Carl Rogers Darnall
Carl Rogers Darnall
A United States general .
Samuel Freeman Miller
Samuel Freeman Miller
An American judge .
Andrew Jackson Donelson
Andrew Jackson Donelson
An American diplomat .
Richard Mentor Johnson
Richard Mentor Johnson
A Vice president of the United States from 1837 to 1841.
Francis Preston Blair
Francis Preston Blair
An American newspaper editor and presidential advisor .
Thomas Holley Chivers
Thomas Holley Chivers
An American poet .
Benjamin Gratz Brown
Benjamin Gratz Brown
An American politician, Missouri .

Who Are Transylvania University's Most Influential Faculty?

Transylvania University's most influential faculty include professors in the fields of Law, Medical, and Criminal Justice. Here are some of Transylvania University's most famous alumni:

Peter S. Fosl
An American academic.
James Lane Allen
James Lane Allen
An American novelist and writer .
Seamus Carey
An American philosopher.
George Ella Lyon
An American writer.
R. Owen Williams
R. Owen Williams
An American historian.
Charles L. Shearer
A President of Transylvania University.
Jacob Ammen
Jacob Ammen
A Union Army General .
Lewis W. Green
Lewis W. Green
An American educator.
Alva Woods
Alva Woods
An American minister .
Harry Toulmin
An American politician.
Horace Holley
Horace Holley
An American minister.
Sullivan Canaday White
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