2026 University of Louisville First-Time Freshman Scholarships (US Based)

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will end on the  

Scholarship Summary: 
The University of Louisville offers a range of scholarships to domestic and international freshman students based primarily on a student’s grades, high school curriculum and a student-involvement resume.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be eligible for consideration
For Kentucky and Southern Indiana residents
i. Obtain a minimum of 26 ACT or 1230 SAT and 3.5 weighted GPA

For non-residents
i. Obtain a minimum 3.0 weighted GPA

For international students
i. Obtain a minimum 3.25 weighted GPA

Value of Scholarship: 
The ULouisville Merit Scholarships are valued as follows;
i. For Kentucky and Southern Indiana residents, scholarship amounts range from $2,500 – $8,000
ii. For non-residents, scholarship Valued up to $16,000 depending on the applicant’s state (some out-of-state residents get in-state tuition waivers in addition)
ii. For international students, scholarship amounts range from $5,000 - $8,000 

Scholarship Application Guide: 
There is no separate scholarship application; the serves as the scholarship application and should be submitted by the deadline.

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the University of Louisville Freshman Scholarship Page.