The University of Louisville is a state supported research university located in Kentucky's largest metropolitan area. It was a municipally supported public institution for many decades prior to joining the university system in 1970. The University has three campuses. The 287-acre Belknap Campus is three miles from downtown Louisville and houses seven of the university's 12 colleges and schools.
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (14)
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Asian Studies
- B.Sc. Criminal Justice
- B.Sc. Economics
- B.A. Economics
- B.Sc. Geography
- B.Sc. Pan-African Studies
- B.A. Pan-African Studies
- B.Sc. Psychology
- B.A. Sociology
- B.Sc. Sociology
Arts, Design & Architecture (10)
- B.A. Art History
- B.A. Music Composition
- B.A. Music Education
- B.A. Music History
- B.A. Music Therapy
- B.A. Music and New Media
- B.A. Music: Jazz Studies
- B.A. Studio Art
- B.A. Studio Art/Design
- B.Sc. Theatre Arts
Engineering & Technology (9)
- B.Sc. Bioengineering
- B.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- B.A. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering
- B.Sc. Industrial Engineering
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (8)
- B.Sc. Atmospheric Science
- B.A. Biology
- B.Sc. Biology
- B.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- B.A. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.A. Mathematics
Business & Management (7)
- B.Sc. Accountancy
- B.Sc. Equine Business
- B.Sc. Finance
- B.Sc. Marketing
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Humanities (7)
- B.A. English
- B.A. French
- B.A. History
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Spanish
- B.Sc. Theatre Arts
Education & Training (6)
- B.Sc. Exercise Science
- B.A. Music Education
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- B.Sc. Psychology
Medicine & Health (6)
- B.Sc. Bioengineering
- B.Sc. Dental Hygiene
- B.Sc. Exercise Science
- B.Sc. NursingUniversity of Louisville Online
- B.Sc. Public Health
- B.Sc. Sport Administration
Computer Science & IT (3)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (3)
- B.Sc. Atmospheric Science
- B.Sc. Bioengineering
- B.Sc. Geography
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
- B.Sc. Sport Administration
Law (1)
- B.Sc. Criminal Justice
About
History
On April 3, 1798, eight men declared their intention to establish the Jefferson Seminary in Louisville and called upon their fellow citizens to join them in pledging funds for land, buildings, and teachers.
Occurring a few weeks after the Kentucky legislature had chartered this academy, this event marked the beginning of an advanced level of education for the young people
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
544 -6
2019
538 45
2018
583
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
601
2018
601
2017
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ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
More than a place to rest your head, UofL’s housing program offers a community-like atmosphere that supports students as they successfully transition from high school to college. It’s a place where everyone can belong and make life-long connections to their peers.
Total facilities include 11 residential communities on campus (primarily for freshmen) and four affiliated properties bordering campus, geared to non-first year students, those with families and graduate students.
The facilities are home to more than 6,000 students from right here in Louisville, across the country and around the globe.
Student Life
Campus life
- Belknap Campus
- Health Sciences Center
- ShelbyHurst Campus
Student clubs
The University of Louisville hosts over 400 student organizations covering a wide variety of student interests. These groups provide a wonderful opportunity to become involved in campus life and to connect with other students on campus.
Student Involvement oversees all Recognized Student Organizations (RSO) on campus and assists with the formation of new groups, leadership training, new member intake and the planning of numerous campus events. The staff is available to consult with individuals and organizations to help them succeed and get involved.
Accreditation
The University of Louisville is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, bachelor, master, specialist, doctoral, and first-professional degrees (D.M.D., J.D., M.D.).
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Life at the University of Louisville (UofL) starts with Welcome Week, a week of activities for freshmen t explore campus, meet new friends, and just to have fun. Although everyday college life obviously isn't like this, UofL has had many fun events throughout my time studying there. On the academic side, the professors are very knowledgeable and in my experience always...
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