Non-Degree Seeking Students

Students enrolling in courses who are not currently seeking a degree at UofL.

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There are several types of non-degree students at UofL. See below for more information about each type of non-degree student.

Dual Credit Students

A current high school student taking college-level courses at UofL either through a program at their high school or independently. 

College Visitors

A college student who is pursuing a degree from another institution and plans to enroll at UofL for one semester.

Post-baccalaureate Students

Students with bachelor's degrees who want to take a class but are not pursuing an undergraduate degree at this time.

Continuing Studies Students

Students who are non-degree-seeking (at this time) and taking up to 24 credits.

Certificate Seeking Students

Students enrolled in one of UofL's non-degree certificate programs.

Non-degree students are not required to attend Orientation; however, if you would like to register for an orientation session to become more familiar with university services and departments, please contact our office at orient@louisville.edu.  You should also contact your specific academic unit for advising requirements.