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Lexington Physics Universities

Compare 7 programs at 2 universities in Lexington — graduates, earnings, debt and costs from the federal record on every listing.

2 universities · ranked best first

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UK University of Kentucky logo

University of Kentucky

Lexington, Kentucky · Public University · Est. 1865

US #24 QS World #601 ROI C Admissions open
Net price
$18,851/yr
Admission rate
93%
Earnings (10yr)
$59,025
Students
24,763
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TU Transylvania University logo

Transylvania University

Lexington, Kentucky · Private University · Est. 1780

US #1265 ROI D Admissions open
Net price
$21,913/yr
Admission rate
87%
Earnings (10yr)
$54,705
Students
1,005

What this subject pays

Graduates of Physics programmes report a median $43,426 two years after finishing, across 112 programmes that publish the figure , against median debt of $23,490.

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for physics universities in Lexington?

By our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Kentucky, Transylvania University. The full ranked list above shows each one's national rank, costs and admission data.

How much does it cost to study physics universities in Lexington?

Costs vary widely by university: public institutions charge in-state residents far less than out-of-state and international students, and private universities set one price for everyone. Every listing above shows the published tuition and net price we hold from the federal College Scorecard, so you can compare like with like.

Can international students work while studying physics universities in Lexington?

Yes, within the rules of the F-1 student visa: on-campus work during term, Curricular Practical Training tied to the program, and Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduating — with a longer extension for eligible STEM degrees.

Why study in Lexington?

Filtering by Lexington keeps living costs, in-state tuition eligibility and part-time work in one place — the results above are limited to institutions located there.

About physics universities in Lexington

This page lists physics universities in Lexington held in our database, ordered by a composite score that combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. Program and cost figures come from the US Department of Education's College Scorecard. Use the filters to narrow by subject, level, university type or location; every combination has its own address you can bookmark or share.

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