Overview
Student Population
| Location | Thibodaux, Louisiana |
| Online | nicholls.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Thibodaux, Louisiana, Nicholls State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 2,815 prospective students applied, and 2,477 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,242 enrolled in the school. 5,102 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,351 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $4,922 plus fees of $2,976. Nicholls State University is ranked 846 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Nicholls State University is rated within the lower 37% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Nicholls State University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#846 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#319 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Louisiana
#5 in Best Public Colleges in Louisiana
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#23 in Best Value Colleges in Louisiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1000/1172 |
| ACT | 20/25 |
| GPA | 3.19 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 17, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $20 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Louisiana Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $2,976 |
| Room and Board | $10,038 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,302 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,538 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $2,976 |
| Room and Board | $10,038 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,302 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,631 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 23% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 19% |
| Health Professions | 16% |
| Education | 8% |
| Personal and Culinary Services | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=159966 IPEDS survey data for Nicholls State University.
Current students may use the Nicholls State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.