About UofL

At UofL, we prepare today’s students to be tomorrow’s leaders, whatever their passions may be. UofL’s more than 25,000 students study in 12 schools and colleges offering undergraduate degrees in more than 60 fields, master’s degrees in more than 75 areas and doctoral and professional degrees in more than 35 disciplines. UofL is a producer of top scholars, including more than 180 Fulbright Scholarships awarded since 2003 – more than all other Kentucky four-year public institutions combined. 

An active and diverse student body enriches the educational experience at UofL. As of fall 2025, first-generation college students represent 38% of student enrollment. Kentucky residents account for a majority of UofL’s student population; however, 30% of our students are from all other U.S. states, territories and a growing population of international students. This dynamic tapestry of perspectives helps our Cardinal community fuel positive change. UofL’s focus on providing access and opportunity was recognized by the Opportunity College classification from Carnegie in 2025. UofL is the only Opportunity College – meaning we provide students higher access and higher earnings – in the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Beyond academics, UofL invests in the whole student, providing support and resources that allow for transformative, purpose-driven and engaged learning. We are committed to ensuring access to higher education for all, including increasing the availability of financial aid for low-income and first-generation college students. UofL has been repeatedly designated a military friendly school. By striving for a more accessible campus community, UofL aims to change the course of future generations while preparing students for the careers, workplaces and complex challenges of tomorrow.