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Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

Baton Rouge, LA • public • I | SEC | FBS
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Acceptance
74.0%
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Grad Rate
71%
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Cost
$24,264 / $24,264

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 35,589 • Total: 44,241
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
156 Thomas Boyd Hall
Baton Rouge, LA
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Website
www.lsu.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 15,845 (44.5%) • Female: 19,744 (55.5%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 1,654 4.6%
Black/African American 6,770 19.0%
Hispanic/Latino 3,526 9.9%
White 21,326 59.9%
Two or More Races 1,222 3.4%
International 568 1.6%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
74.0%
31,491 admitted from 42,558 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Test Flexible
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 590-670
Math: 560-660
Total: 1150-1330
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
24-29
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$50
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
71.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
46.0%
Freshman Retention Rate
84.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
26.0:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$24,264
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$24,264
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $8,038
Out-of-state: $8,038
Room & Board
$15,142
Books & Supplies
$1,084
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $13,056
$30,001-48,000 $15,696
$48,001-75,000 $20,223
$75,001-110,000 $23,878
$110,001+ $26,489
Students Receiving Pell Grants
74%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
SEC
Football
FBS
Men's Sports (7)
Baseball Basketball Football (FBS) Golf Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (10)
Basketball Beach Volleyball Golf Gymnastics Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

What is Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College's acceptance rate?
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College accepts 74% of applicants, from 42,558 applications.
How much does Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College cost?
Tuition and fees are $8,038. Families earning under $30,000 pay $13,056 on average after aid.
Does Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College require SAT or ACT scores?
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College considers test scores but does not require them.
What ACT score do you need for Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 24 and 29 on the ACT.
What is Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College's graduation rate?
71% of students graduate within six years.