The University of Louisville is a public research university located in Louisville, Kentucky. It was founded in 1798 and is the first city-owned public university in the United States. The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in various fields, including business, education, engineering, law, medicine, and nursing. The university is also home to several research centers and institutes, including the James Graham Brown Cancer Center, the Kentucky Autism Training Center, and the Center for Environmental Policy and Management. The university has a diverse student body and is committed to providing access to higher education for all.