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University of Louisville School of Medicine

University of Louisville School of Medicine

Louisville, KY
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APPLICATION FEE
$75
Tuition In State
$49,012
Tuition Out of State
$74,320
Average GPA
3.73
AVERAGE MCAT
508
OOS MATRICULANTS
25.0%

School Overview

Degrees
MD
Ownership
Public Non-Profit
Program Length
4 years
Total Enrollment
160
Founding Year
1837
Accreditation Year
1942
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SDN Insights

Cost of Attendance: $365,610
Estimate repayment

Estimated loan burden for U-of-L using 4 years of in-state tuition, $1,500 annual fees, $3,000 monthly living expenses, government-derived local cost-of-living adjustment, $1,000 loan fees, and an 8.5% interest assumption.

Cost of Living: Below national average cost of living

Louisville, KY is about 0.93x the national average for cost of living. In the debt estimate, the government-derived local cost adjustment lowers the living allowance from $3,000 to about $2,790 per month. Local rent and commuting choices can still move your actual budget meaningfully.

Environment: Urban

Nestled in an area with excellent walkability and strong biking infrastructure, U-of-L offers students flexibility in how they get around. Whether on foot or bike, most destinations are easily accessible, making for a convenient daily routine.

Interview Feedback

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 30% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a low stress level and felt they did well.

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Secondary Essays for U-of-L

1. Motivation and Fit
Why are you choosing to apply to the University of Louisville School of Medicine?
2. Personal Experiences and Challenges
Describe any challenges that have significantly impacted your academic productivity or extracurricular achievements.
3. Community, Diversity, and Equity
What has been your most significant contribution to your community, through service or volunteerism? What was its impact on the community and on you?
4. Personal Attributes and Characteristics
Describe how your life experiences and personal attributes prepare you to provide excellent and equitable care to diverse patient populations.
5. Geographic Connection and Commitment
Which areas of medical practice are you interested in pursuing during residency? How do you see yourself practicing medicine after residency training, including location?
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About the School

The University of Louisville School of Medicine, established in 1837 as the Louisville Medical Institute, is among the oldest medical schools in North America. Located in Louisville, Kentucky, it operates as a public institution within the University of Louisville system. The school has a rich history of medical innovations, including the first implantation of a fully self-contained artificial heart and the first successful hand transplant in the world.

Curriculum

The School of Medicine offers several dual degree programs, including MD/MS, MD/MA, MD/MBA, MD/MPH, and MD/PhD degrees. For the 2017 entering class, 162 students enrolled in the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) program.

Facilities

The Health Sciences Center, established in the 1960s, encompasses over 200,000 square feet of state-of-the-art research facilities, a standardized patient clinic, and one of the largest academic medical simulation centers in the United States. The campus is in close proximity to several hospitals, including University of Louisville Hospital, Jewish Hospital, and Norton Children's Hospital, providing students with diverse clinical rotation opportunities.

Demographics

The School of Medicine enrolls approximately 630 students. The general applicant pool has become increasingly competitive, with Kentucky residents selected for 120 of the approximately 155 seats in the program each year. Out-of-state seats are awarded to those with superior academic achievement, MCAT scores, research, community service, and/or ties to Kentucky.

Last Updated: Aug 21, 2026