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Eastern Kentucky University vs University of Louisville

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Eastern Kentucky University University of Louisville
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 78% 79%
SAT range (mid 50%) 880-1,080 1,040-1,270
ACT range (mid 50%) 19-25 19-27
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $11,040 $17,988
Sticker cost of attendance $23,735 $32,941
Graduation rate 50% 61%
Retention rate 77% 81%
Undergraduates 12,318 14,727
Student-faculty ratio 17:1 14:1
Setting Richmond, KY Louisville, KY
Type Public Public
Application fee n/a $30
Test policy n/a Test-optional

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Eastern Kentucky University or University of Louisville harder to get into?

Eastern Kentucky University is more selective, with a 78% acceptance rate versus 79% at University of Louisville. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Eastern Kentucky University or University of Louisville?

Eastern Kentucky University has the lower average net price ($11,040 versus $17,988). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.