Louisiana State University Alexandria

  • 3/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 0 reviews
#11 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

Overview

Total enrollment

6,815
Louisiana State University Alexandria overview
Louisiana State University Alexandria overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad

Located in central Louisiana, Louisiana State University Alexandria (LSUA) serves as a regional campus of the Louisiana State University System in Alexandria, approximately 135 miles northwest of Baton Rouge. The suburban campus spans 200 acres, featuring modern academic buildings and recreational facilities surrounded by pine forests. Established in 1959 as a two-year commuter college, LSUA evolved into a four-year institution in 2001, offering bachelor's degrees across multiple disciplines including business administration, nursing, and education. The university maintains an open admissions policy and predominantly serves students from central Louisiana, with notable programs in allied health fields and criminal justice. While LSUA operates primarily as a commuter campus, it offers student housing through The Oaks residence halls and competes in NAIA athletics as the Generals.

Ratings

LSUA is rated within the lower 26% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    3 out of 10
  • Academics
    4 out of 10
  • Resources
    1 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    4 out of 10
  • Value
    2 out of 10

Admissions

Admission Standards

Very Easy
Louisiana State University Alexandria admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 970/1220
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 17/22
  • GPA 3.16

Acceptance Rate

92.1%
Louisiana State University Alexandria applications overview
  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 66.6%
  • Application Fee $20

Applicant Competition Very Low

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Annual Cost to Attend

Louisiana Resident Tuition

$7,050

Out of State Resident Tuition

$14,650

Breakdown

In State Costs for Louisiana State University Alexandria
  • Tuition $7,050
  • Books and Supplies $1,200
  • Other Fees $2,100
  • Room and Board $9,598
  • Budget for Other Expenses $3,332
  • Total One Year Cost $23,280

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$35,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

12% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Louisiana State University Alexandria are Health Professions, Liberal Arts and Humanities, and Business. 37% of students major in Health Professions, 21% in Liberal Arts and Humanities, and 14% in Business.

  • Health Professions 37%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 21%
  • Business 14%
  • Psychology 8%
  • Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 7%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=159382.

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Last updated: August 2026