Known for business — excellent value
Louisiana State University-Shreveport is a public institution in Shreveport with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1119, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.1K undergraduates with a 27:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
33% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $47,477 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $8,130.
Established
1967
Mascot
Rev, the River Monster
Type
Public university
Conference
National Association of
83%Acceptance
1119SAT Avg
2,150Students
27:1Student:Faculty
33%Grad Rate
$47,477Earnings 10yr
$8,130Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate82.7%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1119
Reading & WritingMid: 440
530590
MathMid: 530
470560
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1924
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$7,327
Tuition (out-of-state)$20,481
Room & Board$11,030
Books & Supplies$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance$19,233
Average Net Price$8,130
Median Debt at Graduation$22,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$239
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$7,302
$30–48K$6,758
$48–75K$7,613
$75–110K$12,616
$110K+$14,034
Programs (45)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,150
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
40%
Pell Grant Recipients
38%
Race & Ethnicity
White 57%
Black 25%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 2%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate33.2%
Freshman Retention62.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$38,467
8 Years$43,811
10 Years$47,477
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$36,400
Men
$49,000
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia