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| Location | Louisville, Kentucky |
| Online | louisville.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Louisville, situated in Kentucky's largest city and flanked by the Ohio River, is a public research university founded in 1798, making it one of the oldest municipal universities in the United States. Characterized by its picturesque Belknap Campus that showcases a mix of traditional and modern architecture, the university also offers on-campus housing to accommodate its student body. The institution maintains a moderately selective admissions process and is known for a diverse array of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs, with notable emphasis on health sciences, business, engineering, and law. The University of Louisville is recognized for its significant research contributions and operates the state?s first full-service, university-affiliated hospital. While the university supports a variety of NCAA Division I sports teams, it is particularly renowned for its basketball program, competing as the Cardinals.
In the most recent statistical year 15,462 prospective students applied, and 12,608 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,931 enrolled in the school. 15,500 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,517 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $12,324 plus fees of $196. Louisville is ranked 382 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Louisville is rated within the top 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Louisville within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#382 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#105 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Kentucky
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Kentucky
#278 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Value Colleges in Kentucky
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1070/1270 |
| ACT | 19/27 |
| GPA | 3.64 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Kentucky Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,272 |
| Other Fees | $196 |
| Room and Board | $10,668 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,220 |
| Total One Year Cost | $31,680 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,272 |
| Other Fees | $196 |
| Room and Board | $10,668 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,220 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,026 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 18% |
| Engineering | 9% |
| Education | 8% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
| Psychology | 8% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024