University of Louisville
Dare to be great in Louisville, Kentucky

Get the U of L Edge!
The University of Louisville will give you the edge you need to succeed in a career and in life. Backed by a 200-year heritage of excellence that has produced leaders for every aspect of life, U of L's forward-thinking approach to learning prepares you to meet tomorrow's challenges today.

You'll learn in the classroom and through real-world experiences in the thriving metropolitan area that surrounds the campus. You'll gain valuable knowledge through internships, co-ops and service-learning programs, often while earning a paycheck. These experiences give you an edge in the classroom and when you enter the job market, too.

Choose From The Best
With more than 170 first-rate fields of study, we've got what you want and need to get you where you want to go. U of L also grants master's and doctoral degrees in numerous disciplines and offers professional degrees, too. And we have the academic tools and support programs to help you define and realize your goals.

Energized Faculty
Our professors don't just follow their fields--they're creating them. You'll learn from seasoned professionals. Senior faculty members spend nearly 80 percent of their time teaching and advising undergraduates. They are also leading research projects funded at more than $90 million in federal and private grants. They are making a difference and will show you how you can, too.

Connect Through Campus Living
Our diverse campus life enables you to discover new interests and meet new friends. U of L is home to more than 100 organizations for undergraduates that help you build on your leadership and learn new skills, meet people and get engaged in campus life. We also have a variety of living options, from special interest housing (honors, international, wellness and more) and sororities and fraternities, to first-year residence halls designed to help you adjust to college life.

And don't forget the nationally acclaimed Cardinals and their Big East Conference action. Whether your interest is basketball, football, tennis, rowing, golf-whatever--our men and women's athletic teams offer something for every sports fan.

Location, Location
More than 21,000 students come to U of L each year. At the same time, our classrooms average about 30 students so you don't get lost in the crowd. There's lots to see and do, from Extreme Park and 4th Street Live! to Freedom Hall, Waterfront Park and much, much more. Our hometown campus atmosphere combined with Big City opportunities gives students the best of all worlds.

Numerous Financial Options
Worried about how to pay for your education? Our team of financial counselors will guide you through the process, helping you figure the cost of college, explore scholarship opportunities, apply for financial aid, find job opportunities whatever it takes to develop an affordable plan that meets your needs.

Editorial provided by University of Louisville.