UofL stacks recognition for military-connected student support

Military-connected students looking for unmatched support, can find their home at the University of Louisville. UofL has earned the 2026 Military Times Best for Vets College designation for the third consecutive year. Military Times collects data from colleges across the country. Institutions are evaluated on academic quality, student support services, affordability and outcomes for veterans, including graduation and retention rates.

This most recent recognition adds to a list of accolades. UofL has been recognized as a Military Friendly® Gold designated institution for the fourth consecutive year and Military Friendly® Spouse designated institution for the third consecutive year. According to Military Friendly,® institutions earning gold “strive towards and succeed in the areas that matter most in helping veterans make the transition from the military to school and, ultimately, satisfying careers in the civilian world.”

UofL also was named a Top Veteran School for 2026 by U.S. Veterans Magazine. The publication’s metrics look at aspects including long-term commitment, measurable impact and how well veterans are supported.

“We are proud to serve such a large population of military-connected students. Earning these designations is validation of our ongoing efforts to make UofL a great place to learn for these military-connected students, and for all students,” said UofL President Gerry Bradley.

More than 3,000 military-connected students are enrolled in the Cardinal community, accounting for more than 12% of the student population. During the 2025-2026 academic year, nearly 9% of baccalaureate degrees, 24% of master’s degrees, and 4% of professional degrees awarded went to military-connected students.