University of Louisville

If you want to apply to University of Louisville, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is February 15 and the fee for the application is $25.

University of Louisville Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Louisville's admissions stats.

University of Louisville 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	14%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	91%
Waitlist	No

University of Louisville Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Louisville.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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University of Louisville does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on University of Louisville Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to University of Louisville?

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Louisville.

In 2021, University of Louisville accepted 66% of all applicants, approximately 10,910 from 16,598 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Louisville, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to Engineering programs is program very difficult.

Transferring to University of Louisville

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Louisville

University of Louisville has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Louisville?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Louisville

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Louisville during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Louisville for more information on admission factors.

University of Louisville Application Requirements

To apply to University of Louisville, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of Louisville's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Louisville?

Students admitted to University of Louisville have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Louisville looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

University of Louisville is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 14% of University of Louisville's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 91% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Louisville?

What is a Good ACT Score for University of Louisville?

To be most competitive at University of Louisville, you should strive to earn between 21 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Louisville's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Louisville students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Louisville

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Louisville. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Louisville during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Louisville Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Louisville?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Louisville.

Does University of Louisville accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Louisville accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Louisville accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Louisville accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Louisville accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Louisville?

✅ University of Louisville is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is University of Louisville's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Louisville has an acceptance rate of 66%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Louisville?

❌ University of Louisville does not offer early decision.

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