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University of Kentucky College of Design

99% Retention Rate

We have the highest rate of student retention of any college at the University of Kentucky.

569 Enrolled Students

Big enough for top-tier facilities and resources; small enough for individualized instruction.

#1 Education Abroad

Highest rate of Education Abroad participation of any college at UK.

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Academic Programs

Undergraduate Degrees

Discover your creative potential and shape the future of design with innovative undergraduate programs at the University of Kentucky College of Design.

Architecture

Interiors

Product Design

Graduate Degrees

Elevate your expertise and redefine possibilities in design with advanced graduate programs at the University of Kentucky College of Design.

Architecture

Heritage Resources Administration

Historic Preservation

Interiors

Certificate Programs

Tailored to meet evolving demands of today's industries, enhance your skills and expertise with flexible certificate programs at the University of Kentucky College of Design.

Design Build (Undergraduate) Design Build (Graduate)

Historic Preservation (Undergraduate) Historic Preservation (Graduate)

Universal Design (Undergraduate)

Urban & Environmental Design (Graduate)

Online Programs

Advance your career from anywhere with flexible and accessible online graduate programs in administration and preservation at the University of Kentucky College of Design.

Masters in Heritage Resources Administration

Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation

Recent News

UK College of Design announces Fall 2026 lectures and exhibition lineup

Haley Simpkins

Oct 7, 2026

College of Design, GDB Gallery, University of Kentucky

The University of Kentucky College of Design’s Lectures, Exhibitions and Publications Committee is offering a dynamic lineup of events for the Fall 2026 semester. Events are free to attend and open to the public unless otherwise noted.

O'Bryan wins 2026 Global Impact Award for Education Abroad

Daniel Flener

Oct 5, 2026

Architecture, Education Abroad, International, University of Kentucky

The International Center at the University of Kentucky, housed within the Office for Student Success, has announced the 2026 UK Global Impact Award winners. Recipients include faculty, staff, alumni and community members who have significantly contributed to the university’s global engagement through education, research and service. The 2026 recipients will be recognized at an event Oct. 28.

2026 ‘Great Teacher’ Patrick Lee Lucas connects design history to everyday spaces

Meg Mills

Sep 28, 2026

Alumni, College of Design, Interiors, University of Kentucky

Earlier this year, the University of Kentucky Alumni Association honored six recipients of this year’s Great Teacher Awards. Launched in 1961, it is the longest-running UK awards program recognizing accomplished and passionate educators.

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Upcoming Events

Exhibition First-Year Workshop[s]

Oct 7–14, 2026

Architecture, College of Design

Stop by to see the student work from the School of Architecture’s First-Year Workshop[s].

Info Session Berlin Summer Studio 2027

Oct 9, 2026, 12:30 – 1:30 PM

College of Design, Education Abroad

Join Associate Professor Jason Scroggin for an Education Abroad info session about the Summer 2027 Berlin Studio on Oct. 9 at 12:30 p.m. in GDB 109.

Exhibition Chair Day

Oct 12, 2026, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

College of Design, Interiors

Enjoy modern classics from the College of Design collection alongside inventory from Gonzo Vintage, Lexington.

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