About us
The University of Louisville, founded in 1798, is a vital American institution of higher education. It is credited explicitly with its significant contribution to medical research within the state and as part of the Kentucky State University system.
Key Highlights:
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Details
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Established
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1798
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Type
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Public Research University
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Location
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Louisville, Kentucky, USA
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Accreditation
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Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS)
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U.S. News Ranking
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Tied for 195th among national universities; tied for 106th among public institutions.
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Notable Achievements
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World’s first self-contained artificial heart transplant (2001); first successful hand transplant (1999)
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Academic Structure
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12 schools & colleges, including Medicine, Law, Engineering & Arts & Sciences
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Student Enrolment
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Approximately 23,225
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Campus Size
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640 acres across three campuses
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Mascot
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Louie the Cardinal
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