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The University of Kentucky's campus in Lexington centers on the historic 1882 Main Building, with first-year students housed across Central Campus halls including Haggin, Central Hall I, and the newly opened Kirwan-Blanding Hall.
Enrollment
35,952
Total Students
Freshman Class
8,988
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Aug 16-19, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
93%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
Move-in appointments launch in the Campus Housing portal (myUK) on June 15, 2026 - only dates/times relevant to your specific hall and any Living Learning Program will be visible. Freshmen may bring a car with a paid residential parking permit ($504/year standard rate for 2026-27). Print your Hall Code Card and place it in the upper-left windshield or hang it from the rearview mirror - it helps traffic personnel direct you and lets volunteers and staff reach you if needed.
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time - your exact move-in date is shown above in the Overview.
Move-in day logistics
- Arrival window
- Your Move-In Appointment is a designated 30-minute window to arrive and unload your vehicle - appointments are limited, so select yours as soon as it becomes available.
- Parking
- Once you've unloaded, move your vehicle to the dedicated parking area at K-lot at Kroger Field, then take the shuttle back to your residence hall.
- What you'll receive
- Your mobile WildCard ID (download it through the GET app before arriving) and access to carts to help move your belongings, provided by Wildcat Welcome Team volunteers.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned move-in window - arriving early may mean waiting until your time slot.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck - campus carts can run out quickly during busy move-in periods.
- Have a parking backup plan - spaces near residence halls can fill up quickly, so know where you can unload if your preferred area is full.
- Watch the loading-zone time limit - many campuses require you to move your vehicle to longer-term parking after unloading.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
Kirwan-Blanding Hall
Suite-style · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Haggin Hall
Suite-style · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Central Hall I
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Each available link goes directly to University of Kentucky's own specific page, not just its general homepage.
Orientation
BBN Orientation (required, one-day)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 15 - July 9, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$15,242
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
- Target0.3 miles
- CVS Pharmacy1.9 miles
- Walgreens1.9 miles
- Walmart2.5 miles
- Meijer3.3 miles
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Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at University of Kentucky.
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