First-year applicants
Apply through UofL's Take Flight Application or the Common App with a USD 30 fee and an intended major. Send official records from every secondary school attended; non-US transcripts need a notarised, ATA-certified translation.
Partner university · United States
University of Louisville
A Kentucky public research university with medical, dental and engineering schools.
QS World #1001-1200QS World Rankings 2027
From USD 29,960Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1798Public research university
22,211Students
About the university
Why students choose the University of Louisville
A Kentucky public research university with medical, dental and engineering schools.
We place students here by direct application, which suits applicants whose grades and English result already meet the published entry requirements.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: University of Louisville, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
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English proficiency
Minimum scores: TOEFL iBT 79 (4.0 on the new scale), IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 105, PTE 55, SAT reading and writing 490 or ACT English 18.
English-medium schooling
Two consecutive full-time years at a high school taught mainly in English, with at least a C in English, can also meet the requirement based on official transcripts.
Transfer
Transfer applicants need a course-by-course evaluation of all foreign college transcripts from WES, ECE or another NACES member.
I-20 documents
After admission the International Center asks for a passport copy and a financial statement showing funds for your studies and living costs.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What the University of Louisville costs in 2026-2027
Estimated total for international students on campus USD 46,650 (including insurance and living costs)
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at louisville.edu. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateUSD 29,960per year
Global Cardinal ScholarshipUSD 5,000 - 8,000 a yearFirst-time international freshmen on F-1 visas with a high school GPA of 3.25 or higher (4.0 scale); applied automatically on admission.
Global Transfer ScholarshipUSD 5,000 a yearInternational transfer students with a 3.0+ college GPA, for up to six semesters while keeping a 2.5 GPA.Programmes
Popular courses at the University of Louisville
Computer Science (MS)
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Computer Science and Engineering (MEng)
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Electrical Engineering (MS)
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Business Administration (MBA)
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to the University of Louisville, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of Louisville is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at the University of Louisville: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does the University of Louisville cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees for 2026-2027 start from USD 29,960 a year, depending on the course. Estimated total for international students on campus USD 46,650 (including insurance and living costs)
Does the University of Louisville offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Global Cardinal Scholarship (USD 5,000 - 8,000 a year); Global Transfer Scholarship (USD 5,000 a year). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into the University of Louisville?
GESCO applies to the University of Louisville by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is the University of Louisville?
The University of Louisville is in United States. It was founded in 1798.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of Louisville?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of Louisville directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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