As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we take a moment to honor the incredible contributions of women worldwide. Today serves as a reminder of the progress we’ve made and the work that still lies ahead to achieve gender equality. 

At the University of Louisville (UofL), we are proud to be a part of the journey towards empowerment and equality. UofL offers a diverse range of programs and initiatives—60+ of which can be completed 100% online—that provide opportunity for women and support their academic and professional growth. 

Flexible, online bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs are offered across interests such as advocacy, business administration, communication, criminal justice, education and teaching, engineering, higher education administration, human resources, organizational management and leadership, public health, social sciences, social work, sport administration, technology and more. 

One of the Cardinal Principles of our institution is Diversity and Inclusion. We believe in creating an environment where every individual, regardless of gender, background or identity, can thrive and succeed. 

Historically, women have been underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Health Sciences fields. This is due to a number of factors, including access to education, among other considerations. This is a major part of why UofL is proud to offer so many game-changing online opportunities for academic and professional development within the STEM-H fields. We offer STEM-H education in biostatistics, computer science, cybersecurity, engineering, healthcare leadership and administration, public health, nursing, and more.  

On this special day, we highlight the achievements of our women students, alumni, faculty and staff who inspire us with their passion, resilience and determination. They are leaders, innovators and change-makers, breaking barriers in their communities and beyond. 

We hope that you will join us in celebrating International Women’s Day and honoring the remarkable achievements of women everywhere. Together, we can continue to build a world where gender equality is not just a dream but a reality. 

Happy International Women’s Day! 

Interested in advocacy and looking for a bachelor’s program? Check out our BA in Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies. 

In a streak lasting nearly a decade, the University of Louisville (UofL) has once again received recognition from U.S. News & World Report in their highly regarded “Best Online Programs” rankings. The 2024 rankings re-affirm UofL’s fully online programs as some of the nation’s leading educational opportunities across multiple categories: 

• Best Online Bachelor’s 
• Best Online Bachelor’s in Business 
• Best Online Bachelor’s in Psychology 
• Online Graduate Criminal Justice 
• Online Graduate Education 
• Online Graduate Engineering 
• Online Graduate Technology 

Notably, UofL’s online bachelor’s in business and bachelor’s in psychology have secured positions within the top 20 nationally, claiming the #17 and #11 spots, respectively. The university also stands out as a top choice for Veterans in many of the same categories. 

Kelvin Thompson, PhD, the Vice Provost for Online Strategy and Teaching Innovation at UofL’s Delphi Center for Teaching and Learning, emphasized the enduring significance of online learning, particularly in a post-pandemic society. He highlighted the intricate balance today’s students strike, managing careers, families, and various priorities while pursuing education. 

Thompson expressed, “ We continually strive to offer programs that maintain the esteemed quality associated with UofL while evolving to meet the complex needs of contemporary learners. Recognition from sources such as U.S. News & World Report encourages dialogue about how we at UofL can keep moving forward in meeting the diverse needs of our students.” 

In a bid to expand educational opportunities in the Greater Louisville area and beyond, UofL unveiled seven new online programs in 2024. These additions include four public health graduate certificates, an engineering graduate certificate in Six Sigma and a master’s in business analytics. With over 70 programs available completely online, the university aims to cater to the diverse needs of non-traditional students, including adult learners, working professionals, military personnel and degree completers. 

For those interested in exploring UofL’s online programs, the enrollment team can be reached at 502.852.8565, or visit louisville.edu/online for more information.