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| Location | Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
| Online | lsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Louisiana State University (LSU), located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a public research university founded in 1860. With a sprawling campus noted for its Italian Renaissance architecture, LSU is situated on over 2,000 acres and is approximately 80 miles northwest of New Orleans. The university offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, with notable attention in the fields of coastal and environmental science, engineering, and agriculture. LSU's application process is considered moderately selective. On-campus housing is available to students, providing a variety of living options from traditional dormitories to apartment-style accommodations. The university is also recognized for its contribution to athletics, with the LSU Tigers competing in the NCAA Division I Southeastern Conference, especially known for their football program.
In the most recent statistical year 38,853 prospective students applied, and 29,419 were granted admission. Of those admitted 7,401 enrolled in the school. 31,072 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,276 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $8,038 plus fees of $3,916. LSU is ranked 367 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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LSU is rated within the top 39% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Louisiana State University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#367 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#100 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in Louisiana
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Louisiana
#342 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Louisiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1140/1320 |
| ACT | 23/28 |
| GPA | 3.77 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,084 |
| Other Fees | $3,916 |
| Room and Board | $13,956 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,884 |
| Total One Year Cost | $34,878 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 18% |
| Education | 10% |
| Engineering | 9% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=159391 IPEDS survey data for Louisiana State University.
Current students may use the Louisiana State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024