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How to Get Into University of Louisville

Louisville, KY · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

University of Louisville Admissions Statistics

79%
Acceptance Rate
530-640
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
510-630
SAT Math (mid 50%)
19-27
ACT (mid 50%)
14,727
Undergrads
61%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into University of Louisville

The bar here is clear

University of Louisville admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1040-1270 combined SAT or 19-27 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Since scores are not required (test-optional) here, submit only if you're inside or above the band; a below-band score is information you don't have to volunteer.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where University of Louisville fits.

University of Louisville Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $30
Test scores Not required (test-optional)
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

University of Louisville Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $32,941
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $13,136 / $29,482
Room & board (on campus) $12,576
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $17,988

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $15,138
$30-48k $14,601
$48-75k $16,419
$75-110k $20,995
$110k+ $25,186
31%
Students receiving Pell Grants
28%
Students taking federal loans
81%
Freshman retention rate
14:1
Student-faculty ratio

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