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University of Louisville

Louisville, KY • public • I | ACC | FBS
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Acceptance
80.5%
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Grad Rate
61%
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Cost
$26,786 / $43,132

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 18,681 • Total: 26,325
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
2301 S 3rd St
Louisville, KY
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Website
www.louisville.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 8,005 (42.9%) • Female: 10,676 (57.1%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 1,043 5.6%
Black/African American 3,015 16.1%
Hispanic/Latino 1,555 8.3%
White 11,410 61.1%
Two or More Races 1,147 6.1%
International 275 1.5%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
80.5%
11,937 admitted from 14,821 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 510-630
Math: 510-620
Total: 1020-1250
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
19-27
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
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Application Fee
$30
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
60.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
43.5%
Freshman Retention Rate
81.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
15.1:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$26,786
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$43,132
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $12,940
Out-of-state: $29,286
Room & Board
$12,576
Books & Supplies
$1,270
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $15,138
$30,001-48,000 $14,601
$48,001-75,000 $16,419
$75,001-110,000 $20,995
$110,001+ $25,186
Students Receiving Pell Grants
85%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
ACC
Football
FBS
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Football (FBS) Golf Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (11)
Basketball Field Hockey Golf Lacrosse Rowing Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.0 GPA / 24 ACT
Out-of-State Awards
$5,000-$28,000/yr
3 automatic scholarships (24 total)
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Common questions about University of Louisville

What is University of Louisville's acceptance rate?
University of Louisville accepts 81% of applicants, from 14,821 applications.
How much does University of Louisville cost?
Tuition and fees are $12,940 in-state and $29,286 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $15,138 on average after aid.
Does University of Louisville require SAT or ACT scores?
University of Louisville does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for University of Louisville?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 19 and 27 on the ACT.
What is University of Louisville's graduation rate?
61% of students graduate within six years.