Known for health sciences — excellent value
Nicholls State University is a public institution in Thibodaux with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1088, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.8K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
54% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,454 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,091.
Established
1948
Motto
People Creating Possibilities
Type
Public university
Division
Division I
96%Acceptance
1088SAT Avg
4,772Students
17:1Student:Faculty
54%Grad Rate
$45,454Earnings 10yr
$12,091Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate96.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1088
Reading & WritingMid: 563
490600
MathMid: 571
438545
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1824
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$8,173
Tuition (out-of-state)$9,266
Room & Board$10,938
Books & Supplies$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance$21,519
Average Net Price$12,091
Median Debt at Graduation$22,675
Monthly Payment (10yr)$240
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$8,822
$30–48K$10,582
$48–75K$12,659
$75–110K$15,504
$110K+$15,799
Programs (54)
Student Body
Undergrads
4,772
Gender Split
63% / 37%
Women / Men
First Generation
46%
Pell Grant Recipients
35%
Race & Ethnicity
White 65%
Black 18%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate54.3%
Freshman Retention76.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$38,829
8 Years$42,544
10 Years$45,454
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$34,300
Men
$57,000
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia