Natchitoches, LA · Lafayette, LA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana | University of Louisiana at Lafayette | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 92.5% | 87.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $8,864 | $10,418 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $19,652 | $24,146 |
| Average Net Price | $13,134 | $13,017 |
| Graduation Rate | 43.0% | 53.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 8,523 | 15,665 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 16 | 18 |
GradFax Analysis
Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92.5% of applicants. University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepts 87.0%. Northwestern State University of Louisiana's in-state tuition is $8,864. University of Louisiana at Lafayette's is $10,418. Northwestern State University of Louisiana is cheaper. Northwestern State University of Louisiana graduates 43% of students in 6 years. University of Louisiana at Lafayette graduates 53%.
Bottom Line
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Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Louisiana at Lafayette. It accepts 87.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Louisiana at Lafayette, on average. After aid, students pay $13,017/year versus $13,134/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
University of Louisiana at Lafayette: 53% of students finish in 6 years. Northwestern State University of Louisiana is at 43%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.