Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Overview
Student Population
10,572| Location | Natchitoches, Louisiana |
| Online | nsula.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Natchitoches, Louisiana, Northwestern State University of Louisiana is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 4,409 prospective students applied, and 3,540 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,542 enrolled in the school. 5,685 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,887 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $5,180 plus fees of $2,742. NSU is ranked 1152 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Very Easy| SAT | 980/1180 |
| ACT | 19/24 |
| GPA | 3.24 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 6, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Louisiana Resident Tuition
$5,180| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $2,742 |
| Room and Board | $8,804 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,373 |
| Total One Year Cost | $21,399 |
Out of State Tuition
$15,968| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $2,742 |
| Room and Board | $8,804 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,373 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,187 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$38,100 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
37% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 39% |
| Health Professions | 19% |
| Business | 9% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=160038 IPEDS survey data for Northwestern State University of Louisiana.
