University of Louisville College Portrait
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University of Louisville
"It's happening here."
The University of Louisville is a state supported research university located in Kentucky's largest metropolitan area. It was a municipally supported public institution for many decades prior to joining the university system in 1970. The University has three campuses. The 287-acre Belknap Campus is three miles from downtown Louisville and houses seven of the university's 11 colleges and schools. The Health Sciences Center is situated in downtown Louisville's medical complex and houses the university's health related programs and the University of Louisville Hospital. On the 243-acre Shelby Campus located in eastern Jefferson County is the National Crime Prevention Institute.
Living in the Cards Community
Louisville
The University of Louisville (UofL) traces its legacy to 1798 and has a long history of leading through learning. This includes the current offerings of more than 170 degrees in its 12 schools and colleges . In addition, UofL is a nationally recognized research university located in Louisville, Kentucky’s largest metropolitan area. UofL is known as the “citizen university.
The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2010?
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| Total Students | 21,234 | |
|---|---|---|
Undergraduate Snapshot
| Total Undergraduate Students | 15,644 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | ||
| Women | 7,981 | 51% |
| Men | 7,663 | 49% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 28 | <1% |
| Asian | 431 | 3% |
| African American / Black | 1,881 | 12% |
| Hispanic | 481 | 3% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 12 | <1% |
| White | 12,182 | 78% |
| Two or More Races | 337 | 2% |
| International | 243 | 2% |
| Race/Ethnicity Not Reported | 49 | <1% |
| Where do UofL undergraduates call home? | |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 85% |
| Other US States & Territories | 14% |
| Other Countries | 1% |
| Residency Unknown | <1% |
| How old are UofL undergraduates? | |
| Average Age | 24 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 23% |
New Student Applications (Fall 2010)
New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores
Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended
| Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen | ACT | SAT |
|---|---|---|
| Composite | 21 - 27 | |
| Math | 20 - 27 | 500 - 640 |
| English | 21 - 28 | |
| Critical Reading | 500 - 630 |
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
| High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen | ||
|---|---|---|
| Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class | 52% | |
| Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class | 81% | |
| Percent of New Freshmen who submitted HS GPA | 51% | |
| Average High School GPA (4-point scale) | 3.46 | |
| Percent who submitted High School GPA | 98% | |
Sticker Price: How much does it cost on average?
Typical Undergraduate Costs for 2010-11 without Financial Aid (Full-Time, In-State Students)
Total Typical Cost of Attendance: $16,026
Out-of-State & Other Costs
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The cost to attend University of Louisville varies based on the individual circumstances of students and may be reduced through grants and scholarships.
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Financial Aid: How much help is there to pay?
Scholarships & Grants
- 53% of 2010-11 full-time undergraduates received need-based grants or scholarships; the average award for the year was $7,999. Scholarships and grants are financial aid that does not need to be repaid and is sometimes referred to as gift aid.
Annual Need-Based Loans
- 40% of 2010-11 full-time undergraduates received need-based work-study and/or loans (not including parent loans); the average loan for the year was $3,358. Loans need to be repaid. Typically, repayment starts once you are no longer enrolled full-time. Please refer to page 12 of the Funding Education Beyond High School guide on the US Department of Education's Federal Student Aid website for more information about Financial Need.
Percent of 2009-2010 Full-time Beginning Students Receiving Each Type of Financial Aid
NOTE: Students may receive aid from more than one source.
UofL Classes & Instructors
| Classroom Environment | |
|---|---|
| Students per Faculty | 18 to 1 |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 30 students | 63% |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 50 students | 88% |
| Total Full-Time Instructional Faculty | 894 |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Female | 40% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Persons of Color | 20% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Have the Highest Academic Degree Offered in Their Field of Study | 89% |
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Campus-based Housing
60% of new freshmen live in campus-based housing or residence halls.
21% of all undergraduates live on campus
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Campus Safety
The mission of the University Police is to maintain public peace and safety, to safeguard the assets of the institution and its faculty, staff, students and visitors and to assist in providing an environment conducive to teaching, research and public service mission of the University.
Campus Crime Statistics
Carnegie Classification of Institutional Characteristics
The Carnegie Classification's were created "to reference the great diversity of colleges and universities in the United States, and ... enable [people] to identify groups of roughly comparable institutions." For information on the Carnegie Classifications system, please visit their website: http://classifications.carnegiefoundation.org/
- Basic Type
- Research Universities (high research activity)
- Size and Setting
- Large four-year, primarily nonresidential
- Enrollment Profile
- Majority undergraduate
- Undergraduate Profile
- Medium full-time four-year, selective, higher transfer-in
- Undergraduate Instructional Program
- Balanced arts & sciences/professions, high graduate coexistence
- Graduate Instructional Program
- Comprehensive doctoral with medical/veterinary
NOTE: Institutional classifications based on the Carnegie 2005 edition.
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Student Activities and Involvement at UofL
Students who are actively involved in their own learning and development are more likely to be successful in college. The University of Louisville participates in the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) to learn more from our students about what they think about our programs and services so we can better serve our students by improving key programs and services.
Institutions participating in the VSA program measure student involvement on campus using one of four national surveys. Results from the one survey are reported for a common set of questions selected as part of VSA. Following are the selected results from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). The questions have been grouped together in categories that are known to contribute to student learning and development. The results reported below are based on the responses of seniors who participated in the survey.
Group Learning Experiences
- 90% percent of seniors worked with classmates on assignments outside of class.
- 54% of seniors tutored or taught other students
- 26% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week participating in co-curricular activities such as student organizations and intramural sports
Active Learning Experiences
- 83% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week preparing for class
- 16% of seniors worked on a research project with a faculty member
- 54% of seniors participated in an internship, practicum, or field experience
- 62% of seniors participated in community service or volunteer work
- 12% of seniors participated in study abroad
- 91% of seniors made at least one class presentation last year
Institutional Commitment to Student Learning and Success
- 93% of seniors believe this institution provides support for student success
- 72% of seniors rated the quality of academic advising at this institution as good or excellent
- 61% of seniors reported that this institution provided help in coping with work, family and other non-academic responsibilities
- 92% of seniors reported working harder than they thought they could to meet an instructor's standards or expectations
Student Interaction with Campus Faculty and Staff
- 56% of seniors believed that the campus staff were helpful, considerate, or flexible
- 79% of seniors believed that faculty are available, helpful, or sympathetic
- 96% of seniors reported that faculty members provided prompt feedback on their academic performance
- 68% of seniors discussed readings or ideas with faculty members outside of class
Experiences with Diverse Groups of People and Ideas
- 66% of seniors reported that they often tried to understand someone else's point of view
- 89% of seniors reported their experience at this institution contributed to their understanding people of other racial and ethnic backgrounds
- 57% of seniors often had serious conversations with students of a different race or ethnicity
Student Satisfaction
- 80% of seniors would attend this institution if they started over again
- 84% of seniors rated their entire educational experience as good or excellent
- 81% of seniors reported that other students were friendly or supportive
Evaluation of Experiences
Survey Administration Process
Survey Information
Majors and Degrees
| Degrees awarded at University of Louisville in 2009-10 | |
|---|---|
| Associate's | 18 |
| Bachelor's | 2,550 |
| Master's | 1,310 |
| Doctoral | 510 |
| Total | 4,388 |
| Areas of Study with the largest number of bachelor's degrees awarded in 2009-10 | |
|---|---|
| BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES | 20% |
| ENGINEERING | 11% |
| SOCIAL SCIENCES | 8% |
| PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES | 7% |
| EDUCATION | 7% |
| Links to degree programs at University of Louisville |
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Associate'sBachelor'sMaster'sDoctoral |
Student Success & Progress Rate
A 81% four-year success and progress rate means that 81% of students starting in Fall 2004 either graduated or are still enrolled at a higher education institution four years later.
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Counts for the Fall 2004 entering class shown in the graph above.
- 2,301 First-Time, Full-Time Students
- 914 Full-Time Transfer Students
Success & Progress Rate Table
Retention of Freshman Class
First-time students in Fall 2009 that returned for their second year: 78%
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Student Learning at University of Louisville
All colleges and universities use multiple approaches to measure student learning. Many of these are specific to particular disciplines, many are coordinated with accrediting agencies, and many are based on outcomes after students have graduated.
UofL is particpating in the Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency (CAAP) to assess critical thinking and writing. The university is conducting a cross sectional analysis by administering the CAAP critical thinking module to our incoming first-year students in the fall and administering the assessment to our graduating seniors in the spring semester. The University of Louisville plans on continuing the assessment cycle every year, alternating between critical thinking and the writing essay.
Learning Assessment Examples
Pilot Project to Measure Core Learning Outcomes
Colleges and universities participating in the College Portrait measure the typical improvement in students' abilities to think, reason, and write using one of three tests. This is part of a pilot project to better understand and compare what students learn between their freshman and senior years at different colleges and universities.
- Results from the College Assessment of Academic Proficiency (CAAP)
The Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency (CAAP) measures critical thinking and written communication using two test modules -- critical thinking and a writing essay. The critical thinking and writing scores are reported separately below.
Test Administration Process
Test Information
Critical Thinking Results for First-time, Full-time Students
The increase in learning on the performance task is at or near what would be expected at an institution testing students of similar academic abilities.
Freshman Score: 61
Senior Score: 65
CAAP score range: 40 to 80
Average ACT scores for tested students
Freshman Score: 24
Senior Score: 25
Writing Essay Results for First-time, Full-time Students
The increase in learning on the performance task is at or near what would be expected at an institution testing students of similar academic abilities.
Freshman Score: 3
Senior Score: 3
CAAP score range: 1 to 6
Average ACT scores for tested students
Freshman Score: 25
Senior Score: 26