Known for business — excellent value
Louisiana Tech University is a public institution in Ruston with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1190, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 7.8K undergraduates with a 22:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
58% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,279 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,209.
Established
1894
Motto
"Union, Confidence, Justice"
Mascot
Champ Tech
Type
Public research university
Conference
NCAA Division I sports as a member of Conference USA
Division
Division I
73%Acceptance
1190SAT Avg
7,819Students
22:1Student:Faculty
58%Grad Rate
$52,279Earnings 10yr
$12,209Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate72.6%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1190
Reading & WritingMid: 580
500630
MathMid: 595
545660
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 25
2127
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,125
Tuition (out-of-state)$16,866
Room & Board$9,447
Books & Supplies$1,590
Total Cost of Attendance$24,405
Average Net Price$12,209
Median Debt at Graduation$22,135
Monthly Payment (10yr)$235
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$8,529
$30–48K$9,010
$48–75K$11,846
$75–110K$15,442
$110K+$15,634
Programs (111)
Student Body
Undergrads
7,819
Gender Split
43% / 57%
Women / Men
First Generation
31%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%
Race & Ethnicity
White 74%
Black 11%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate57.6%
Freshman Retention84.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$44,903
8 Years$48,864
10 Years$52,279
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$38,300
Men
$59,700
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Bulldogs
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia