collageUniversity of Louisville tuition is $11,732 per year for in-state residents. This is 59% more expensive than the national average public four year tuition of $7,357. The cost is 35% cheaper than the average Kentucky tuition of $17,933 for 4 year colleges. Tuition ranks 18th in Kentucky amongst 4 year colleges for affordability and is the 27th most expensive 4 year college in the state. If attending from out-of-state, the tuition is $27,758 which represents a 137% premium.
The school charges an additional fees of $196 in addition to tuition bringing the total effective in-state tuition to $11,928.
Housing Costs
On campus room and board is provided by the school at a cost of $9,452 per academic year. Students electing to live off campus elsewhere in Louisville should budget at least this amount.
Books and Supplies
The estimated annual cost for books and supplies is $1,200.
Other Living Expenses
If living on-campus, students should budget for $6,318 in additional living expenses. Off-campus students should budget for $7,420 in other miscellaneous living expenses.
Total Costs
The total tuition and living expense budget for in-state Kentucky residents to go to Louisville is $28,898 for the 2019/2020 academic year. Out-of-state students who don’t have Kentucky residence can expect a one year cost of $44,924.
How much does it cost to attend?
In State Kentucky Resident Sticker Price
$28,898
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,732 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $196 |
| Room and Board | $9,452 |
| Other Expenses Budget | $6,318 |
Out of State Resident Sticker Price
$44,924
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $27,758 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $196 |
| Room and Board | $9,452 |
| Other Expenses Budget | $6,318 |
Residents of Kentucky pay an annual total price of $28,898 to attend University of Louisville on a full time basis. This fee is comprised of $11,732 for tuition, $9,452 room and board, $1,200 for books and supplies and $196 for other fees.
Out of state residents are charged a total cost of $44,924 which is 55.5% higher than Kentucky residents. The tuition charge is $27,758 while room and board is $9,452, books and supplies are $1,200 and other fees come in at $196.All price data is sourced from the 2019/2020 U.S. Department of Education National Center for Education Statistics survey.
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Net Price
Net price is indicative of what it actually costs to attend University of Louisville when typical grants and scholarships are considered. The net price varies by family income and financial need.
Average Net Price 2018/2019
$17,490
| Family Income | Net Price Paid |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $13,058 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $14,341 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $16,795 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $20,569 |
| $110,000+ | $21,737 |
The average reported annual net price for University of Louisville for students receiving grants or scholarship aid was $17,490 in 2018/2019. Net price includes tuition and required fees, books and supplies, and average cost for room and board and other expenses
Financial Aid
96% of full-time undergrad University of Louisville received financial aid in the form of grants, scholarships, fellowships from the institution or from Federal, State or local government agencies. This aid averaged $10,830 per student during the 2019/2020 school year. Grant and scholarship aid does not need to be paid back. 44% of students received Federal Student Loans averaging $5,136 and 7% of undergrads took out private student loans averaging $14,582.
| Type | Avg./Student | Students Receiving |
|---|---|---|
| Total Grant and Scholarship Aid | $10,830 | 96% |
| Institutional Grants and Scholarships | $8,336 | 80% |
| Pell Grants | $4,577 | 35% |
| Other Federal Grants | $381 | 30% |
| State and Local Grants | $2,640 | 76% |
| Federal Student Loans | $5,136 | 44% |
| Other Student Loans | $14,582 | 7% |
Student Loans
To gauge a more realistic picture of what it may really cost you out of pocket to go to University of Louisville, we’ve modeled a ten year student loan with an original principal value of $48,676. The loan balance of $48,676 is a four year multiple of the $12,169 average net price. This is a estimate of what you could owe upon graduation if you were to qualify for average financial aid and what a degree really may cost. Should you not qualify for financial aid, you may owe significantly more when you graduate. Based on these assumptions, a monthly repayment of $464 could be required to satisfy your student loan.
Please note that financial aid is not guaranteed and is only available for qualifying students. Federal Student Loans are not grants and must be repaid with interest. The current Stafford loan interest rate is 2.75%.
| Example Loan | $48,676 |
| Stafford Loan Interest Rate | 2.75% |
| Time to Pay Off Student Loan | 10 years |
| Example Monthly Payment | $464.42 |
| Total Interest Paid | $7,054.73 |
| Sum of All Loan Payments | $55,730.73 |
Projected 4 Year Degree Price
4 Year Sticker Price
$115,592
| Year | Kentucky Residents | Non Residents |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,898 | $44,924 |
| 2 | $29,743 | $46,237 |
| 3 | $30,612 | $47,589 |
| 4 | $31,507 | $48,980 |
Based on published tuition prices, we estimate the current cost of a 4 year bachelor’s degree and living expenses at University of Louisville to be $115,592 – assuming graduation in normal time. The estimation assumes a 2.9% annual increase over the next 4 years which has been the recent trend for this school.
Credit Hour Cost and Price per Class
| Price Per Credit | 3 Credit Class | 4 Credit Class | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Residents | $489 | $1,467 | $1,956 |
| Out of State Residents | $1,157 | $3,471 | $4,628 |
Estimated cost for a class at University of Louisville based on published credit hour prices. Note that not all schools allow single class enrollment. These prices should be used for comparison purposes as to how much it may cost to take a class at University of Louisville versus other colleges
Tuition Payment Plans Available
| Tuition Payment Plan | Yes |
| Prepaid Tuition Plan | No |
| Alternative Tuition Plan | Yes |
| Guaranteed Tuition Plan | No |
2020-2021 Annual Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
On-campus students
| Tuition (KY and So. Indiana* Residents) | $11,966 |
|---|---|
| Room Rates** | $5,380 |
| Meal Plan*** | $4,184 |
| Student Recreation Fee | $196 |
| Total: | $21,726 |
| + Books and Supplies (Average Cost) | $1,200 |
On-campus, out-of-state students
| Tuition | $28,312 |
|---|---|
| Room Rates** | $5,380 |
| Meal Plan (Average Cost)*** | $4,184 |
| Student Recreation Fee | $196 |
| Total: | $38,072 |
| + Books and Supplies (Average Cost) | $1,200 |
Commuting students
| Tuition (KY and So. Indiana* Residents) | $11,966 |
|---|---|
| Meal Plan*** | $600 |
| Student Recreation Fee | $196 |
| Total: | $12,762 |
| +Books and Supplies (Average Cost) | $1,200 |
International students
| Tuition and Fees (2 semesters) | $28,512 |
|---|---|
| International Student Fees ($50 each fall/spring and $25 summer) | $100 |
| Health Service Fee and Insurance (two semesters)1 | $2,866 |
| Living Expenses (nine months)2 | $9,000 |
| Total: | $40,478 |
| + Books and Supplies (Average Cost) | $1,200 |
Hourly Rates
| Residents | $499 |
|---|---|
| Non-residents | $1,180 |
| 100% Online Degree Programs | View Rates |
Cost Calculator
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Office of the Bursar
All registration fees and special charges are available from the Office of the Bursar. This partial summary is intended to provide a quick reference for students.
University fees are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees and the Council for Postsecondary Education and may be changed without prior notice.
*Indiana reciprocity counties include: Clark, Crawford, Floyd, Harrison, Perry, Washington and Scott.
**Annual cost for double room in traditional, community-style residence hall. View complete 2020-21 rates.
***Average cost – Resident meal plan costs range from $3,490 to $4,344 per year. Apartment meal plans range from $2,230 to $4,344 per year. Students living in traditional and suite-style halls will be automatically billed for the All Access Plan ($4,184) meal plan. View complete 2020-21 meal plan details.
1 Health services fees and insurance will be required for international students.
2 This amount represents a modest budget and actual costs will depend upon students’ own living style and needs. An additional $2,500 financial certificate is required for husband or wife or first dependent and $1,000 for each additional dependent thereafter for students who wish to be accompanied by spouse and dependents in the U.S.
UofL Tuition and Fees
Go over current and predicted tuition charges for UofL, as well as how these charges compare to the U.S. average.
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What to Know About Tuition & Fees
Plan economically for your college degree. Compare University of Louisville’s tuition charges to other U.S. colleges and universities. Check for tuition developments and increases to see if you should budget for more money for the next four years of tuition.
How Does University of Louisville Compare to Other Schools?
For nationwide, regional and statewide comparisons, look at the following table to see how UofL measures up to other schools.
| Nationwide | Southeast | Kentucky | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | Above Average | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | Average | Average | Average |
In-State Students Can Receive a Discounted Tuition
UofL tuition and fees is reduced dramatically for students from Kentucky. For in-state students, tuition and fees is set at $11,928 for the 2019 – 2020 year, 57.3% off the price charged to out-of-state students. Tuition is $11,732 and fees $196.
UofL out-of-state students paid $27,954 in fees and tuition in 2019 – 2020. $196 was for fees, and $27,758 was for tuition.
Look at the following table to see 2019 – 2020 school year costs.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $27,758 | $196 | $27,954 |
| In-State | $11,732 | $196 | $11,928 |
Tuition Rates 2020-2021
The University of Louisville is permanently changing its tuition structure for individual online courses. For the Fall 2020 semester and beyond, tuition rates for online courses will be the same as rates for in-person courses. There will no longer be a different rate or surcharge for individual online classes.
This means students can take any mix of online, in-person and hybrid classes for the same base credit hour rate. The new structure is in place for both undergraduate and graduate courses.
Please note that students who are enrolled in a 100% online degree program through our Online Learning office will continue to pay online program rates.
Fall 2020, Spring 21, and Summer 21
The following information is not intended to be comprehensive and is subject to change. Tuition, fees, and charges are subject to change by administrative, legislative, or University of Louisville Board of Trustees action, and changes become effective on the date enacted.
All registration fees and special charges are available in university catalogs and from the Registrar’s Office and are subject to change without prior notice.
Undergraduate and Graduate Tuition Rates
Indiana Tuition Reciprocity
The University of Louisville is participating in an Indiana Tuition Reciprocity Program for residents of Clark, Crawford, Floyd, Harrison, Perry, Scott, and Washington Counties who have been admitted directly into an approved program. The Reciprocity would afford students that reside in these counties to be eligible for the Kentucky In State Residency Tuition Rate. Students pursuing degrees from the Professional Schools (Law, Medical & Dental) are not eligible. Eligible participants are required to notify the Admissions Office prior to their first enrollment and the Registrar’s Office after their first enrollment of any changes in the enrollment status, if they no longer live in one of the eligible counties, or no longer in an eligible program.
Online Program Rates
Professional School Tuition Rates
Professional Program Costs
Active-Duty and Coast Guard Tuition Rates
Average Net Price for In-State Students by Family Income
The average net total cost of attendance for different levels of family income after federal, state or local government, institutional grant and scholarship aid are awarded. Data last published for the 2018/2019 academic year.
| Family Income | Avg. Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $13,058 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $14,341 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $16,795 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $20,569 |
| $110,000+ | $21,737 |
Average Financial Aid Mix – $28,898 In-State Total Cost
CollegeCalc has estimated typical coverage of the annual in-state tuition and living expenses of $28,898. Breakdown is based on average grant aid and federal loan aid which will vary based on your family income.48%23%29%
Grants and Scholarships
48% – $10,830
Money granted to you by the U.S. Department of Education, University of Louisville or other organizations. These are not loans and do not need to be repaid.
Federal Loans
23% – $5,136
Low interest student loans funded by the U.S. Department of Education. This amount will need to be repaid.
Out of Pocket
29% – $6,614
Covered by family savings, work or private student loans which you will have to repay.
Majors & Degrees
| Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|
| African-american/black Studies |  | |
| Asian Studies/civilization | | |
| Latin American Studies | | |
| Women’s Studies | | |
| Biological And Biomedical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Biology/biological Sciences, General | | |
| Neuroscience | | |
| Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Accounting | | |
| Business Administration And Management, General | | |
| Business Administration, Management And Operations, Other | | |
| Business/commerce, General | | |
| Business/managerial Economics | | |
| Finance, General | | |
| Marketing/marketing Management, General | | |
| Communication, Journalism And Related Programs | Associate | Bachelors |
| Speech Communication And Rhetoric | | |
| Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Computer And Information Sciences, General | | |
| Education | Associate | Bachelors |
| Elementary Education And Teaching | | |
| Music Teacher Education | | |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | | |
| Trade And Industrial Teacher Education | | |
| Engineering | Associate | Bachelors |
| Bioengineering And Biomedical Engineering | | |
| Chemical Engineering | | |
| Civil Engineering, General | | |
| Computer Engineering, General | | |
| Electrical And Electronics Engineering | | |
| Industrial Engineering | | |
| Mechanical Engineering | | |
| English Language And Literature/Letters | Associate | Bachelors |
| English Language And Literature, General | | |
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics | Associate | Bachelors |
| French Language And Literature | | |
| Sign Language Interpretation And Translation | | |
| Spanish Language And Literature | | |
| Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Dental Hygiene/hygienist | | |
| Music Therapy/therapist | | |
| Public Health, General | | |
| Registered Nursing/registered Nurse | | |
| History | Associate | Bachelors |
| History, General | | |
| Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities | Associate | Bachelors |
| Humanities/humanistic Studies | | |
| Liberal Arts And Sciences/liberal Studies | | |
| Mathematics And Statistics | Associate | Bachelors |
| Mathematics, General | | |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Sustainability Studies | | |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure And Fitness Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Sport And Fitness Administration/management | | |
| Sports, Kinesiology, And Physical Education/fitness, General | | |
| Philosophy And Religious Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Philosophy | | |
| Physical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology, General | | |
| Chemistry, General | | |
| Physics, General | | |
| Psychology | Associate | Bachelors |
| Psychology, General | | |
| Public Administration And Social Service Professions | Associate | Bachelors |
| Social Work | | |
| Security And Protective Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Criminal Justice/law Enforcement Administration | | |
| Social Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Anthropology, General | | |
| Economics, General | | |
| Geography | | |
| Political Science And Government, General | | |
| Sociology, General | | |
| Urban Studies/affairs | | |
| Visual And Performing Arts | Associate | Bachelors |
| Art History, Criticism And Conservation | | |
| Drama And Dramatics/theatre Arts, General | | |
| Fine/studio Arts, General | | |
| Music, General | |
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