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Welcome to UofL. You Are Now a Cardinal!

Congratulations on choosing UofL for earning your online degree. As a UofL Online student, you’re already on your way to personal and professional growth. 

Your Cardinal Resource Hub

This page brings together the essential resources you’ll use throughout your academic journey, from registering for classes and accessing Blackboard to connecting with advisors and other university support services. Whether you’re getting started or navigating your next step, everything here is designed to help you stay focused on moving forward.
 

Course Registration & Access

Review available courses, register and enjoy your learning journey.

  1. Find Online Courses
    Visit the UofL Class Schedule and select select "Online-Asynchronous" or "Online-Synchronous" in the mode of instruction field to browse fully online course offerings by term. 

     

  2. Register for Classes
    Log in to your ULink portal to register. Need help? Review the Course Registration Process for step-by-step guidance. Visit the Registrar’s Office page for dates and deadlines.

     

  3. Login to Blackboard
    Access your class on Blackboard from the comfort of your home or office anytime and from anywhere with a reliable internet connection (except where Office of Foreign Assets Control restrictions apply). 

Resources Available After You Are Admitted

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Advising for Newly Admitted Students

You may need to speak with an academic advisor or attend an online orientation before registering. If unsure, refer to your admission letter, visit Undergraduate Admissions, Graduate Admissions or contact your online student success coach.

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Undergraduate Online Success Coaching

While enrolled in your undergraduate program of study, you can get personalized guidance from a dedicated coach, 100% virtually, to help you succeed, here and beyond. Connect with a success coach today!

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Tool For Success, From Start To Finish

Get a strong start right off the gate!


Online Student Orientation

UofL’s orientation helps you navigate registration, financial aid, academic services and more. Upon your acceptance, you will receive sign up information for the orientation session.

Connect with your advisor!

Academic advising is a key part of your success at UofL Online.

Your academic unit offers personalized advising. Your advisor helps you select the right courses, stay on track with degree requirements and navigate any challenges along the way. Whether you're an undergraduate or graduate student, connecting with your advisor early and regularly can make a big difference in your academic journey.


Undergraduate Advising

  • If you are a transfer student, contact your program's advising unit to set up an appointment before you begin classes. Of course, you are welcome to come to campus for advising, if you live nearby.
  • If you are not a transfer student, refer to your letter of admission to determine whether you need to be advised.

Graduate Advising

  • Refer to your letter of admission or contact your program’s department to determine whether advising is required prior to registration. You are encouraged to speak with an advisor even if not required for registration.

     

Cardinal Card - your UofL online student ID 

All enrolled students are eligible to receive a Cardinal Card, UofL’s official student ID. Your card gives you access to student discounts, library privileges and (if local) free TARC public transportation.

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University of Louisville Cardinal Card (student ID card)

To request your card, email cardinalcard@louisville.edu and you’ll receive documentation to complete your request.

You can receive only one free Cardinal Card throughout your time here at UofL. There is a $15 fee for a replacement card.

Already have a card from a prior program? You do not need a new one. 

Are you a UofL employee? Due to system restrictions, UofL employees are not eligible for student IDs.


Note: You’ll need a Cardinal Card to be assigned a library number for library services on campus, though one isn’t required to use online library services.

Resources to help you stay on track

Resources to help you stay connected and persistent through graduation


Technology Support

Military-Connected Student Support

Other Resources & Services 

Adobe Creative Cloud

Free creative tools to elevate your work 

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Make it with creative cloud, University of Louisville

 

 

 

UofL Online students get free access to the full Adobe Creative Cloud suite — including Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro and more.

Quick Links:

Use Adobe to:

  • Design class projects and portfolios
  • Enhance presentations and personal branding
  • Build your digital literacy for career growth
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Adobe creative cloud includes these apps and much more!


 

Registration for non-US Students

Students completing a degree entirely online while residing outside the United States may enroll in as many online courses as desired for academic credit toward that degree. 

Non-immigrant F or J visa holders may count no more than the equivalent of one class or three credits per semester, toward full time enrollment if taken in an online course or other form of distance education course that does not require physical attendance for classes, examination or other purposes integral to completion of the class.

  1. If you are an F-1 visa holder and your course of study is a language program, no online or distance education classes may be considered to count toward classroom hours or credit.
  2. If you are in your last semester of study and only one course is needed to complete the program, it cannot be an online or other form of distance education course.

Course Registration for Internationally Located Students

If you are completing a degree entirely online from outside the United States, you may enroll in any online courses for academic credit toward that degree. 
Non-immigrant F or J visa holder restrictions apply.

For further guidance. consultation or more details, we encourage you to connect with an advisor at isss@louisville.edu.