University of Louisville
The University of Louisville is a research and innovation powerhouse, located in Kentucky's largest metropolitan area. Our students and campus are dynamically connected to our great city, creating a vital ecosystem that sustains thriving futures for our students, the local and global community, and society. UofL has earned recognition as a “Research 1” and “Community Engaged” university by the Carnegie Foundation, one of only 79 of more than 4,000 universities in the country that can claim both distinctions. Our 12 colleges and schools, and over 200 majors, allow our students to unleash their potential and prepare them for the careers, workplaces and complex challenges of tomorrow.
Academic Programs
- Design
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Sustainability
- Social Justice
- Equine
- Social Work
- Dental Hygiene
- Public Health
- Natural Sciences
- Computer Science
- Computer Information Sciences
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
- Studio Arts
- Actuarial Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Information Security
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- Night Class Offerings
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
- Distance/online learning
- Living-Learning Communities
- Diversity and Equity
- First-Generation Support
- Themed Communities
- Student-parent Support
- Transfer and Adult Services
- Cardinal Commuter Community (C3)
Application information
Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines
Ready to join the Cardinal family? The application process has several advantages: no letters of recommendation, no essays, optional ACT/SAT score submission, automatic scholarship consideration and a quick admission decision. The University of Louisville seeks to admit students who are college-ready. Students who don't meet automatic admission standards will be considered on a one-on-one basis. Our goal is to evaluate all factors, and accept students who will be successful at UofL.
Students who choose to apply without ACT/SAT scores may be prompted to submit additional materials, depending upon their chosen major. Learn more about our admission standards here. Please submit a high school transcript and $30 fee. Students on free or reduced lunch do not pay the fee.
We look forward to reviewing your application. We will work hard to help make your dream of attending UofL a reality. If you have any questions about the application process or next steps, please contact your personal admissions counselor.
The University of Louisville is not accepting transfer applications through Common App. You can learn more about transferring to UofL and complete your application here.
Additional Information
You can rely on us to assist you in understanding your financial responsibilities and accessing the greatest amount of financial aid you deserve to make tuition affordable. The University of Louisville offers numerous scholarship programs, including automatic and competitive scholarships, mentored scholarship programs, need-based scholarships, and out-of-state scholarships.
Visit us
We are offering more ways than ever to experience UofL, including in-person and virtual experiences. Take this time to explore our campus and take a virtual tour, attend a campus visit, learn about our 200+ academic programs, complete an academic department visit, and connect one-on-one with your personal admissions counselor. Learn more about how you can visit UofL.
Admissions office
Visit us
Address
2211 S Brook St, Suite 150
Louisville, KY 40292, United States of America
Phone number
(502) 852-6531
For first-year students
Admissions website
Financial aid website
Region
South