University of Louisville

Louisville, Kentucky · Public, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$17,988

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

61.2%

Admission rate

79%

Undergrad size

14,727

In-state tuition

$13,136

Out-of-state tuition

$29,482

Cost of attendance

$32,941

Median earnings (10y)

$53,899

Admissions

SAT average
1,150
ACT midpoint
24
Retention
81.5%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (25%), stem (21%), business (16%).

  • STEM21%
  • Health14%
  • Business16%
  • Humanities & arts12%
  • Social sciences25%
  • Trades & services12%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business/Commerce, General.Master's590$75,195
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's548$58,080$23,205
Psychology, General.Bachelor's479$29,373$23,500
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's442$30,907$22,053
Social Work.Master's368$40,801
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Bachelor's352$48,208$22,250
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Master's331$48,375
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's316$33,404$23,375
Medicine.First professional297$55,251
Educational Administration and Supervision.Master's287$63,897
Biology, General.Bachelor's283$24,359$20,681
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Bachelor's269$32,997$23,151
Marketing.Bachelor's261$37,794$21,384
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Bachelor's236$21,500
Dentistry.First professional234$109,713
Mechanical Engineering.Bachelor's220$65,414$21,500
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods.Master's209
Law.First professional206$51,783
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's200$49,151$19,374
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods.Graduate certificate184
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's173$33,268$19,500
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Undergraduate certificate166
Public Health.Bachelor's161$32,213$18,500
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's152$37,102$23,584
Finance and Financial Management Services.Bachelor's152$48,340$22,500
Computer Engineering.Bachelor's144$64,323$21,306
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Master's133$45,652
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Graduate certificate124
Social Work.Bachelor's123$34,088$25,209
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Graduate certificate114
Business/Commerce, General.Bachelor's114
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Master's111$38,080
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.Master's110$37,698
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's110$28,833$25,000
Engineering-Related Fields.Master's105$82,676
Chemical Engineering.Bachelor's93$67,646$21,500
Educational Administration and Supervision.Graduate certificate89
Computer Engineering.Master's89$73,320
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.Bachelor's87$69,717$13,311
Neurobiology and Neurosciences.Bachelor's86

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About University of Louisville

University of Louisville is a large institution located in Louisville, Kentucky, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 14,727 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Engineering.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at University of Louisville — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,988 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $13,136 for in-state students and $29,482 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $32,941 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 61.2%, a above-average completion outcome. 81.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $53,899 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

University of Louisville confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Engineering. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (25% of credentials), stem (21% of credentials), business (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

University of Louisville accepts 79% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,150. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 24.

Location & campus

Set in Louisville, Kentucky (city), University of Louisville draws students from across Kentucky and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about University of Louisville

Q.How much does University of Louisville cost?

The average net price at University of Louisville is $17,988 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $32,941.

Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Louisville?

University of Louisville has a 6-year graduation rate of 61.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into University of Louisville?

University of Louisville admits 79% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do University of Louisville graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Louisville graduate earns $53,899 per year.

Q.What is tuition at University of Louisville?

Published tuition is $13,136 in-state and $29,482 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is University of Louisville located?

University of Louisville is located in Louisville, Kentucky (ZIP 40292).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of Louisville at their official website.