Central University of Kentucky
| Motto | Lex Rex, Crux Lux |
|---|---|
Motto in English | The Law is the King, The Cross is the Light |
| Type | Private |
| Active | March 3, 1873–July 16, 1901 |
Religious affiliation | Southern Synod of the Presbyterian Church |
| Location | , , United States |
| Successor | Centre College |
| Colors | Cream and Crimson |
Central University of Kentucky was an American private college that was associated with the Southern Synod of the Presbyterian Church. It opened in Richmond, Kentucky, in 1874. The university consolidated with Centre College in Danville, Kentucky, in 1901.