Payment Methods can be found here.
All students must pay tuition and fees in full before the first day of classes each session.
- All students who do not have a $0 balance on their Student Account on the first day of classes will be de-registered from all classes.
- ESL Students cannot establish payment plans.
- All students who are not registered for 5 consecutive class days will have their SEVIS record terminated, which is a violation of immigration status.
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Full-Time Tuition and Fees (per 8-week term)
These rates are in effect for Spring I, Spring II and Summer 2023. Rates are subject to change in future terms.
| $3,190.00 | 4 Classes (20 hours) | |
| $340.75 | Mandatory Student Fees | |
| $3,530.75 | Total Base |
*Mandatory student fees directly support university services; the Center for ESL does not receive these funds. Click here to see the full list of services supported by mandatory student fees.
Additional Fees (depending on student situation)
| Student (F/J) Visa? | ||
| $50.00 | UK International Center Fee | |
| Sponsored Student? | ||
| $75.00 | Sponsor Coordination Fee |
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Additional Costs to Consider:
1. Student Health Insurance
Student Health Insurance is mandatory for international students with an F-1, J-2 or J-3 visa, who will be automatically enrolled in the Student Health Plan coverage.
- What action do I need to take to sign for the mandatory Student Health Plan?
- None. There is no paperwork or enrollment form for you to complete. F-1, J-1 and J-2 students are enrolled in the SHP automatically when you enroll in any class. The charge for this plan will be added to your tuition account.
- I already have my own health plan. Can I waive the UK health insurance?
- In rare circumstances, when a student already has qualifying health coverage provided by an employer, government sponsor or exchange agency, they are eligible to provide documentation of their alternate health coverage by applying for a coverage waiver. When a waiver is approved for a qualifying alternate plan, UK will cancel that student’s eligibility for the SHP for one semester. Waivers must be completed each semester in order to cancel the SHP charge. You can find more information about the waiver by visiting https://uky.myahpcare.com/waiver.
- How much does the health plan cost?
- Amounts will be posted to your tuition account at the beginning of each semester that you are eligible for the plan.
- You can find specific amounts per semester online under the title “Center for English as a second language (CESL) students”.
- More general information on the Health Insurance Requirement for International Students
2. Housing Options
On-Campus Housing : Residence Halls
- ESL Classes are on North Campus.
- Boyd & Blazer are open during breaks
- View Prices; Application Process; important dates; cancellation policies, and where to apply.
- Log in using LinkBlue Username & Password.
- On-campus housing fills fast, so apply as early as possible.
Off-Campus Housing : Search online for prices and availability.
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**Off-campus housing is independent of UK and the ESL program.
3. Meal Plan Options
Meal plans are required for all on-campus residents.
- Off-campus students can purchase "commuter" meal plans.
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Part-Time Tuition Rates (per 8-week term)
(not applicable for students on F-1 visas)
These rates are in effect for Spring I, Spring II and Summer 2024. Rates are subject to change in future terms.
| $797.50 | 1 Class (5 hours) | |
| $340.75 | Mandatory Student Fees | |
| $1,138.25 | Total Base |
| $1,595.00 | 2 Classes (10 hours) | |
| $340.75 | Mandatory Student Fees | |
| $1,935.75 | Total Base |
| $2,392.50 | 3 Classes (15 hours) | |
| $340.75 | Mandatory Student Fees | |
| $2,733.25 | Total Base |
