There are 44 accredited colleges and universities in Louisiana. They admit an average of 71% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $18,746 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Louisiana. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in Louisiana with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University-Shreveport | Shreveport, LA | $7,022 |
| Louisiana State University-Alexandria | Alexandria, LA | $7,065 |
| Bridges Christian College | New Orleans, LA | $10,273 |
| Louisiana State University-Eunice | Eunice, LA | $10,421 |
| New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary | New Orleans, LA | $10,829 |
| Southern University at Shreveport | Shreveport, LA | $11,049 |
| Louisiana Tech University | Ruston, LA | $11,864 |
| University of New Orleans | New Orleans, LA | $12,384 |
| McNeese State University | Lake Charles, LA | $12,493 |
| Nicholls State University | Thibodaux, LA | $12,947 |
| Louisiana Christian University | Pineville, LA | $13,113 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | Hammond, LA | $13,154 |
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There are 44 accredited colleges and universities in Louisiana in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 71% of applicants and cost about $18,746 per year after aid.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette is the highest nationally ranked university in Louisiana. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 44 Louisiana colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Louisiana is about $18,746 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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