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Northwestern State University of Louisiana
NSU
Natchitoches, Louisiana 71497-0002
Visit websiteKnown 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.
Established
1884
Motto
Dedicated to one goal. Yours.
Mascot
Vic the Demon
Type
Public university
Conference
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and competes
Division
Division I
94%Acceptance
1090SAT Avg
5,840Students
16:1Student:Faculty
45%Grad Rate
$47,021Earnings 10yr
$13,809Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate93.7%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1090
Reading & WritingMid: 530
495620
MathMid: 490
430623
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 19
1824
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$8,864
Tuition (out-of-state)$19,652
Room & Board$10,617
Books & Supplies$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance$24,496
Average Net Price$13,809
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,129
$30–48K$12,307
$48–75K$14,216
$75–110K$17,311
$110K+$18,107
Programs (73)
Student Body
Undergrads
5,840
Gender Split
71% / 29%
Women / Men
First Generation
42%
Pell Grant Recipients
35%
Race & Ethnicity
White 54%
Black 30%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate44.6%
Freshman Retention70.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$39,485
8 Years$43,941
10 Years$47,021
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$35,200
Men
$47,300
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Lady Demons
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia