Adult Students

Learn about starting or continuing your education at the University of Louisville as an adult age 20 or older.

Visit Us!

Find out what the University of Louisville provides for adult students! UofL offers certificates and bachelor’s degrees in more than 200 degree programs in 12 colleges and schools, giving adult students access to a quality higher education that can open new paths for personal and professional growth. Come to one of our virtual visit events to learn more about getting started at UofL.

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Am I considered an adult student?

We understand that adult learners, 20 years of age and older, have different needs and lifestyles than a traditional student and our friendly staff are happy to assist you through your admission process from start to finish. Our goal is a smooth admission process and our dedicated staff to provide unique support to Adult Returning Students, Senior Citizens, and Project Graduate Students.

Where do I begin?

The admissions process can be intimidating, overwhelming, frustrating, and differ among schools. To begin, we recommend you read the following statements to see if there is one that describes your situation: if you cannot find a description that matches your situation, contact our office at 502-852-0166 or  for direct assistance.

Have questions?

Please feel free to contact our office. We're here to help during your college admissions process.