Dear Prospective Ambassador,

Thank you for your interest in the Arts and Sciences Ambassador Program. Please take a moment to review the information below. The 2026-2027 ambassador program application deadline will be on March 1, 2026. If you have any questions about the application, please contact ASRecruiting@uky.edu. 

History

The College of Arts and Sciences started its first Student Ambassador Program in of 1999. This highly selective group of Arts and Sciences students aims to promote pride in a liberal arts education and to assist in strengthening the identity of both the College and the University of Kentucky. Ambassadors develop leadership and communication skills while representing the college to visitors, alumni and prospective and current students.

Activities

Arts and Sciences ambassadors have a wide range of responsibilities, including:

• Participation in UK recruiting efforts such as UK Preview Nights, Open Houses, and other high school outreach events.
• Service to fellow students in the form of Merit Weekends, K-week, Admitted Student Days and additional  events..
• Representation of the college during homecoming, various alumni meetings, receptions, advisory board activities and similar events deemed appropriate by the dean of the College
• Creation of original content for the ambassador website and social media outlets.
• Acting as a student advocate in regards to issues important to Arts and Sciences students

Qualifications

Qualified applicants must be full-time undergraduate students (enrolled in at least 12 hours) with their primary degree declared in the College of Arts and Sciences. At least 24 credit hours at the University of Kentucky campus must be earned by the end of the spring semester with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00. Qualified applicants must possess a positive attitude with a commitment to learning more about the College  and adapt well to an ever-growing, ever-changing environment.

Selection Process

Completed applications are reviewed by an Arts and Sciences committee with emphasis on: desire to convey pride in the College; effective oral and written communication skills; interest and involvement in campus activities; willingness to commit time and energy to the program; and an ability to adapt to new environments. The top candidates will be invited for individual interviews with the committee. Final selections will be made after the interviews have been completed.

Training & Class/Meetings

Training is provided; regular attendance to class/meetings is required. The ambassador class will tentatively be held on Monday afternoons at 3 p.m.. An Arts and Sciences ambassador is expected to adjust his or her schedule so there are no conflicts: Attendance at the training session and at meetings is mandatory. Students selected for the program will be awarded one-hour elective course credit for their participation with the class-program. The course will be offered as Arts and Sciences elective.

Length of Service

Ambassadors serve for one year, as long as they are actively enrolled as full-time (at least 12 hours) undergraduates in the College, maintain a 3.00 cumulative GPA and complete other requirements as established.