Founded in 1798 as one of the nation’s first city-owned, public universities, the University of Louisville (UofL) is a vital ecosystem that creates thriving futures for students, our community and society.
As one of only 79 universities in the United States to earn recognition by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community Engaged university, we are uniquely positioned to impact lives in areas of student success and research and innovation, while our dynamic connection with our local and global communities provides unparalleled opportunities for students and citizens both.
We prepare today’s students to be tomorrow’s leaders, whatever their passions may be. UofL’s more than 23,000 students study in 12 schools and colleges offering undergraduate degrees in more than 50 fields, master’s degrees in over 75 areas, and doctoral and professional degrees in more than 35 disciplines.
Beyond academics, UofL invests in the whole student, providing support and resources that allow for transformative, purpose-driven and engaged learning. We are committed to ensuring access to higher education for all, including increasing the availability of financial aid for low-income and first-generation college students and providing additional support and resources for underrepresented populations. UofL is recognized among the nation’s best institutions for African American, LatinX and LGBTQ+ students. We have also been repeatedly designated a military friendly school. By striving for a more equitable and accessible campus community, UofL aims to change the course of future generations while preparing students for the careers, workplaces and complex challenges of tomorrow.
University of Louisville is a public, state college in the city of Louisville, KY. University of Louisville was founded in 1798. The college enrolls around 22,211 students a year, including 15,927 undergrad students.
It is moderately difficult to get into University of Louisville. In 2022, University of Louisville accepted 66% of applicants. Out of 16,598 applications received in 2022, 10,910 students were offered admission.
University of Louisville Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
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Overall Acceptance Rate | 66% |
Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
Average GPA | 3.6 |
Test Optional | May require tests |
Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 14% |
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First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Louisville is Feb 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Louisville is Continuous processing.
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21 to 29
21 and Less
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$23,134
In State$39,480
Out-of-StateWondering what life at University of Louisville is like? There are approximately 22,211 students enrolled at University of Louisville, including 15,927 undergraduate students and 6,284 graduate students. 73% percent of students attend school full-time, 80% percent are from KY and 20% percent of students are from other states.
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Full Time27%
Part Time80%
In State20%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
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