University of Louisville

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Louisville. The university admitted 82% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 15,462 applications received in 2023, 12,608 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to University of Louisville, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 2/15 and the fee for the application is $25.

University of Louisville Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

University of Louisville 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Mean SAT Score	1169
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	13%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	84%
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	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	2 15	–

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Applying Early to University of Louisville?

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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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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 Does University of Louisville Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important 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 apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Louisville

What does University of Louisville consider 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

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

University of Louisville 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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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 highlights 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 has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 13% of University of Louisville's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 84% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Louisville?

To be competitive with other University of Louisville applicants, you should strive to earn between 1055 and 1245 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Louisville 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1245 and 25% of scored lower than 1055, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Louisville student is 1169.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Louisville students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Louisville students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Louisville, you should strive to earn between 19 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Louisville's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Louisville students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

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.

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

❌ No, University of Louisville is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of Louisville's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Louisville is 82%.

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

❌ University of Louisville does not offer early decision.

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