Louisiana State University at Alexandria
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Louisiana State University at Alexandria
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Louisiana State University at Alexandria is a medium-sized public university located on a rural campus in Alexandria, Louisiana. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,330, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 93%. The university offers 21 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 36%, and a student-faculty ratio of 14:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $4,950, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $5,150.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresRequired to be considered for admission
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile17-22
SAT 25th-75th Percentile880-1140
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
6k
Students enrolled
81%
Online student enrollment
14:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
59%
Unknown
14%
Black
18%
Hispanic
1%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
3%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
51% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
24
Total Online Enrollment
4,298
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.81% online, 19% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
33% On-campus
67% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates70% online
Associate20% online
Bachelor's76% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
60%
State Grant Aid
54%
Institution Grant Aid
59%
Pell Grant
51%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debtafter graduation
$33k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | History. | |||
| 8 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 9 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 10 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 11 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 12 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 13 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 14 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 15 | Psychology. |
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