Exploratory Academic Brochure 2025-2026

EXPLORATORY & TRANSITION uofl.me/exploratory

At the University of Louisville, you have the opportunity to study in more than 200 degree programs housed in 12 colleges and schools. Whether you want to major in natural science or business, music or engineering—we have an area of study that fits you. The Student Success Center Exploratory & Transition Advising team provides individualized guidance to support you in the thoughtful exploration of educational plans to meet your academic and career goals.

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SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES

DEGREE PROGRAMS

STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

EXPLORE THROUGH EXPERIENCES An important piece to finding your academic home and career pathway includes experiences inside and outside of the classroom.

At UofL, you can participate in engaged learning experiences including internships, undergraduate research, study abroad, community and campus engagement, and more, starting your first year.

First-Year Experience Course (GEN 100) This course is an introduction to UofL for students who are seeking admission to a major in another unit on campus (pre-unit) or still exploring options for a major (undecided). It focuses on your individual success, including your personal and academic development as you navigate your first year as a member of the UofL community. This course will help you clarify your purpose and meaning by exploring and reflecting on your skills, interests and next steps. Success looks different for each student, and this course will help you define that for yourself. The course is guided by these four questions, and helps you articulate answers to each of them: 1. Who am I? 2. Who do i want to become?

3. What do I want out of my education?

4. How do I make the most of my time at the University of Louisville?

Career Opportunities UofL has three undergraduate career centers on campus, and thousands of our students participate in career and professional development through appointments, workshops, events and career fairs, each year. We foster industry partnerships locally, nationally and abroad so you can earn hands-on experience to be prepared for life after college.

Student Organizations The University of Louisville hosts more than 400 registered student organizations (RSOs) ranging from Greek Life, academic groups, faith-based organizations, social clubs and cultural organizations.

UofL also offers many intramurals and sports clubs. These groups provide a wonderful opportunity to be involved in campus life and connect with others.

Tips for choosing a major » Shadow a current student who is majoring in something you find interesting. » Think about a career you would like and work backwards to a major that helps you achieve that goal. » Take an aptitude or personality test to help you think about different career options that suit you. » Talk with your high school guidance counselor or college advisor. » Connect with professionals in your area of interest on social media. » Check out additional guidance for choosing a major and learn about the academic unit admission requirements here: uofl.me/yourmajor.

DEGREE PROGRAMS ARTS & SCIENCES

BUSINESS

MUSIC

• American Sign Language Interpreting Studies • Anthropology • Art » Art History » Graphic Design » Interior Design » Studio Art • Asian Studies • Biochemistry • Biology » Biomedical Sciences » Ecology » Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology • Chemistry • Communication* • Criminal Justice* • English » Creative Writing » Literature » Professional & Public Writing • French • General Studies** • Geography • History • Humanities » Comparative Cultural Studies » Film Studies » Linguistics » Religion Studies • Individualized Major (Liberal Studies) • Latin American & Latino Studies • Mathematics » Actuarial Sciences • Neuroscience • Pan-African Studies • Philosophy • Physics • Political Science* • Psychology* • Sociology* • Spanish • Sustainability • Theatre Arts • Undecided (Exploratory) • Urban Studies • Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies*

• Accountancy* • Business Administration* • Business Economics • Computer Information Systems » Business Process Management » Cyber Security » Data Analytics » Web Development • Economics • Equine Business • Finance • Management • Marketing

• Instrumental/Vocal Performance • Jazz Performance • Jazz Studies • Music & New Media • Music Composition • Music Education • Music General • Music History • Music Theory • Music Therapy

DENTISTRY • Dental Hygiene

EDUCATION & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT • Elementary Education • Exercise Physiology » Allied Health Therapies » Human Performance » Physical and Health Education • Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education • Middle & Secondary Education • Organizational Leadership & Learning* • Special Education • Sport Administration*

ENGINEERING • Applied Engineering • Bioengineering • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Science • Computer Science & Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Industrial & Systems Engineering • Mechanical Engineering

MEDICINE • Communication Sciences & Disorders

NURSING • Pre-Licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) • Registered Nurse (RN) to BSN* • 2nd Degree Accelerated BSN

PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACKS • Pre-Dentistry • Pre-Law • Pre-Medicine • Pre-Occupational Therapy • Pre-Optometry • Pre-Pharmacy • Pre-Physical Therapy • Pre-Speech Pathology • Pre-Veterinary Medicine

PUBLIC HEALTH & INFORMATION SCIENCES • Public Health

SOCIAL WORK & FAMILY SCIENCE • Social Work*

SOARING SCHOLARS Accelerated Bachelors to Masters uofl.me/soaring Full listing of majors, minors and certificates: catalog.louisville.edu *Also offered as an online program **Online only degree for adult students with prior credit

FIND YOUR FIT Each student has a different path, and your Exploratory & Transition Advisor can help you find your fit at UofL. If you’re undecided, haven’t been admitted to your unit of choice yet (pre-unit), or you’re just starting to question your major or where you fit, Exploratory & Transition Advising is here to help! Your advisor will provide individualized guidance to support students like you in the thoughtful exploration of education plans to meet your academic and career goals.

Exploratory & Transition Advising will help you:

CARDINAL CORE: GENERAL EDUCATION

» Assess your strengths, interests, values and skills to select an appropriate major

» Decide on general education (Cardinal Core) courses that could help clarify your academic interests

All students are required to take general education courses (also known as Cardinal Core). Working with your academic advisor can help you maximize credit hours earned from these required courses.

» Transition to your academic program of choice

General education courses include:

» Use campus and academic support services to reach your academic goals » Develop skills in self-advocacy, confidence and strategies for academic success

» Arts & Humanities (6 hours) » Competency Areas in Cultural Perspectives (6 hours) » Natural Sciences with a lab (7 hours) » Oral Communication (3 hours) » Quantitative Reasoning (3 hours) » Social and Behavioral Sciences (6 hours) » Written Communication (6 hours)

APPLY The application process is easy. No letters of recommendation or essays are required and ACT/SAT scores are optional.

Admission Guidelines: uofl.me/ftf-adm-guidelines Transfer Admission Guidelines: uofl.me/trf-admissions

CONTACT 502-852-7969 succeed@louisville.edu uofl.me/exploratory

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, age, religion, sex, disability, color, sexual orientation, national origin or veteran status. This publication was prepared by the University of Louisville and printed with state funds KRS 57.375. The University of Louisville is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC). For more information – louisville.edu/accreditation Updated July 2025 #73638