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University of Louisville

Louisville, Kentucky · Public

79%acceptance rate
1010–1230SAT middle 50%
19–27ACT middle 50%
$18,808average net price, in-state

University of Louisville admitted 79% of 15,668 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1010–1230 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 61% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

University of Louisville’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $30, and University of Louisville accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Louisville’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

University of Louisville doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How University of Louisville rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA

Important

  • Test scores

Considered

  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • State residency
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

Not considered

  • Interview
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • Religion
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.60 GPA. 25% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.037%
  • 3.75–3.9917%
  • 3.50–3.7416%
  • 3.25–3.4912%
  • 3.00–3.2410%
  • 2.50–2.998%
  • 2.00–2.490%
  • Under 2.00%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $33,706 in-state and $50,052 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $18,808 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$13,768
  • $30–48k$14,494
  • $48–75k$16,510
  • $75–110k$22,938
  • $110k+$25,116

Quick answers

What is University of Louisville’s acceptance rate?

University of Louisville admitted 79% of applicants: 12,442 of 15,668 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).

When is University of Louisville’s application deadline?

University of Louisville uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for University of Louisville?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1010 to 1230, with a median around 1120. A score at or above 1120 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is University of Louisville’s application fee?

The application fee is $30 for 2026–27, and University of Louisville accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Does University of Louisville have supplemental essays?

No. University of Louisville doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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