About UofL Online
Made for more access, more impact and more opportunity through online education.
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UofL Online: Expanding Possibilities
Our Purpose
The Office of Online Learning at UofL partners with academic units and colleges across the university to design, deliver and support online programs that are flexible, rigorous and built for real life.
UofL Online connects learners with high quality, career-forward and market-aligned online degrees and certificates.
Our role is simple and essential: remove barriers, provide a intellectually engaging student experience and help learners move toward their goals with confidence.
What We Do
Support academic excellence online
We collaborate with faculty and colleges to ensure online programs meet the same high standards as on-campus offerings.
Create access and flexibility
Our work helps expand access to UofL education for working professionals, adult learners, military-connected students and others balancing education with life.
Guide and support learners
From first inquiry through graduation, we help connect students to resources, information and support that make online learning possible.
U.S. News & Word Report Recognition
For over a decade, UofL's online bachelor's degrees and several master's degrees have been consistently ranked amongst the Best in Nation and Best for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting our commitment to academic excellence and student support.
Our Institution
As one of the nation’s first city-owned public universities, the University of Louisville is a nationally recognized research institution committed to creating opportunity, advancing knowledge and serving its community. Recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both research excellence and student success, UofL is uniquely positioned to support learners and communities locally and globally.
UofL offers 70+ fully online programs at undergraduate, graduate and doctorate levels, ensuring learners receive the same respected credential and academic experience as on-campus students.
Online programs are available through the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education and Human Development, Kent School of Social Work and Family Science, J.B. Speed School of Engineering, School of Medicine, School of Nursing and School of Public Health and Information Sciences.
UofL proudly supports active-duty service members and veterans, both domestically and internationally. Our institution’s consistent commitment to service members and their transition from military life to student life has been recognized through our Military-Friendly® designation, awarded for more than ten consecutive years. Visit our Military Students page to learn more about the special active-duty military tuition rate and other benefits.
Read more below about our accreditation and the national recognition that reflects our commitment to quality and impact.
Accreditation
The University of Louisville is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). SACSCOC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The SACSCOC Principles of Accreditation apply to all programs of the institution, regardless of mode of delivery. For more information about the University of Louisville’s SACSCOC accreditation, see http://louisville.edu/accreditation.
A requirement for continued accreditation by SACSCOC is that institutions must ensure that their distance and correspondence education courses and programs comply with the Principles of Accreditation. This applies to all educational programs and services, wherever located or however delivered. The university received reaffirmation of accreditation in 2018. The next review will take place in 2027.
The University of Louisville is in compliance with the SACSCOC Distance Education and Correspondence Courses Policy Statement.
For more general compliance information, visit the Online Learning Compliance page.
Need more information or assistance navigating the enrollment requirements? Talk to our enrollment counselors today!
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Made for more impact. Recognized for excellence.
At UofL Online, recognition isn’t something we chase. It’s what follows when academic quality, student-centered design and purposeful storytelling come together.
Our national rankings and industry awards reflect a long-standing commitment to serving modern learners with rigor, relevance and respect. They validate not just what we offer, but how we show up for students at every stage of their journey.
National recognition for academic excellence
U.S. News and World Report
UofL Online programs have been consistently recognized among the best in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, for over a decade, reflecting strong academic standards, student engagement and outcomes across degree levels and disciplines.
2026 US News & World Report National Rankings:
Undergraduate Online Programs
- Best Online Bachelor's in Psychology Program: #7
- Best Online Bachelor's in Business Program: #24
- Best Online Bachelor’s Programs: #141
- Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans: #83
Graduate Online Programs
- Best Online Master's in Criminal Justice Program: #51
- Best Online Master's in Engineering Program: #75
- Best online Master's in Information Technology Program: #77
- Best Online Master's in Business Programs: #82
- Best Online MBA Programs: #93
- Best Online MBA Programs for Veterans: #54
- Best Online Master's in Education Programs: #127
- Best Online Master's in Education Programs for Veterans: #37
2025 Rankings: Schools & Academic Units with Online Programs
- Ken School of Social Work and Family Science #43
- College of Education and Human Development #67
- School of Public Health and Information Sciences #68
These rankings reinforce UofL Online’s focus on high-quality instruction, career-relevant curriculum and meaningful support for diverse learner populations.
A decade-long commitment to military-connected learners
For more than 10 (ten) consecutive years, the University of Louisville has been recognized as a Military-Friendly® School, reflecting a sustained commitment to serving active-duty service members, veterans and military-connected families.
Through flexible online learning options, dedicated advising and an understanding of military experience, UofL Online creates pathways that honor our students’ service while supporting their educational and career advancement.
National awards for marketing, storytelling and inclusion
UPCEA Marketing Excellence Awards
UofL Online has earned national recognition from UPCEA and C-Ben for marketing and communications work that prioritizes clarity, creativity and inclusion.
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Recent honors include:
- Best Crisis Communication Campaign
- Best Digital Campaign (Winter Session)
- Best Storytelling for Competency-Based Education
- Excellence in DEI Recruiting
These awards recognize strategic storytelling that centers real learners, builds trust and reflects a commitment to access and equity in online education.
Recognition With Purpose
Every ranking and award represents more than a headline. It reflects a shared commitment to delivering education that meets learners where they are and helps them move forward with confidence.
At UofL Online, being Made for More means holding ourselves to higher standards and being accountable to the students who trust us with their goals.