Northwestern State University of Louisiana
NSU
Natchitoches, Louisiana 71497-0002
Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — excellent value
Northwestern State University of Louisiana is a public institution in Natchitoches with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1090, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 5.8K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
45% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $47,021 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,809.
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News & Alerts
Northwestern State University of Louisiana Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1090
ACT Score Range
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$13,809
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
63.3%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
40
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Programs (73)
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
10-Year Earnings by Gender
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — Lady Demons
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average