University of Louisville Online

Last Updated: November 29, 2018

Highlights

Provides credit for life experiences
Same tuition for in-state and out-of-state residents
Offers credit for military training
More than 130,000 alumni worldwide
Same faculty as on-campus students
Some competency-based learning

Overview

The University of Louisville (UofL), a public university founded in 1798, enrolls students about 22,500 students from around the world. A member of the Kentucky state university system, UofL offers about 170 degree programs ranging from bachelor's to doctorates. Its online programs feature a diverse student body, many of whom balance work, home and school. The same world-class faculty teach the university's online and on-campus courses. Online students can complete their undergraduate degrees or pursue a host of master's degrees or certificates.

University of Louisville's Accreditation, Approvals, Tuition & Admissions Info

Accreditation

University of Louisville is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

Tuition

Undergraduate tuition -- $497 in-state / $497 out-of-state
Graduate tuition -- $714 in-state / $714 out-of-state

Admissions and Transfer Info

University of Louisville's admission prerequisites and application requirements vary by program.

Undergraduate applicants must submit official transcripts for all college credits earned at an accredited institution and proof of at least a 2.5 GPA.

Some programs also require prior college experience and work experience or military training.

Graduate applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university, at least a 3.0 GPA and a minimum 292 GRE score. Applicants also must submit two recommendation forms and an original essay.

School Profile

Accreditation: Regional (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges)
Region: Midwest
Retention Rate: 81%
Requires SAT or ACT: Neither for online programs
Public/Private: Public Nonprofit
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Graduation Rate: 53.5%
Cost Per Credit (In-State/Out-of-State): Undergrad: $497 / $497
Grad: $714 / $714
Address: 2301 S. 3rd St., Louisville, KY 40292 USA

Other Statistics

Student population: About 22,500
Student-to-faculty ratio: 16 to 1
Percentage receiving grant or scholarship aid: 93%

Online Degrees at the University of Louisville

Online Bachelor’s Degrees
Online Master’s Degrees
Online Undergraduate Certificates

Significant University of Louisville online degree rankings:
#1 Best Online College in Kentucky
Ranked among The Best Online Colleges in the U.S. for 2019
Ranked among The Best Online Colleges in the U.S. for 2018

Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs

BA in Communication
BA in Psychology
BA in Sociology
BA in Women's and Gender Studies
BS in Communication
BS in Criminal Justice
RN to BSN

BS in Organizational Leadership and Learning
BS in Organizational Leadership and Learning: Career and Technical Education
BS in Organizational Leadership and Learning: Leadership, Training and Organization Development
BS in Sport Administration
BSW
BS in Organizational Leadership and Learning: Healthcare Leadership
BS in Organizational Leadership and Learning: Training and Development

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Online Master’s Degree Programs

MA in Higher Education Administration
MA in Higher Education: Teaching and Learning
MEd in Teaching and Learning: Special Education Assistive Technology Concentration
MEd in Teaching and Learning: Special Education Autism Spectrum Disorder and Applied Behavior Analysis Concentration
MEd in Teaching and Learning: Special Education Enhanced Content Emphasis
MEd in Special Education
MEd in Special Education: Assistive Technology Concentration
MEd in Special Education: Moderate and Severe Disabilities Concentration
MEng in Engineering Management
MS in Civil Engineering
MS in Computer Science