Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Overview
Student Population
30,983National Rank
#327| Location | Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
| Online | lsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 24,280 prospective students applied, and 18,024 were granted admission. Of those admitted 5,812 enrolled in the school. 26,862 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,121 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $8,038 plus fees of $3,912. LSU is ranked 327 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Difficult| SAT | 1070/1290 |
| ACT | 23/29 |
| GPA | 3.45 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Apr 15, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Louisiana Resident Tuition
$8,038| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,160 |
| Other Fees | $3,912 |
| Room and Board | $11,830 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,420 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,360 |
Out of State Tuition
$8,038| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,160 |
| Other Fees | $3,912 |
| Room and Board | $11,830 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,420 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,360 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$56,900 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
60% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 18% |
| Education | 10% |
| Engineering | 9% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=159391 IPEDS survey data for Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.