Louisiana State University at Alexandria
Public university · Alexandria, LA · 5,632 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
92%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
970–1220
ACT (middle 50%)
17–22
Average net price
$12,105
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$18,580
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
29%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Louisiana State University at Alexandria?
Louisiana State University at Alexandria accepts about 92 of every 100 applicants (92%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 970 and 1220 on the SAT. A score at or above 1220 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 970, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 17–22.
The latest federal data says Louisiana State University at Alexandria requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Louisiana State University at Alexandria's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Louisiana State University at Alexandria cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $18,580 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $12,105 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $7,050 for LA residents and $14,650 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$7,050
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$14,650
- Room & board$10,928
- Total cost of attendance$18,580
- Average net price after grants$12,105
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Psychology, Mathematics.
Louisiana State University at Alexandria FAQ
- What is Louisiana State University at Alexandria's acceptance rate?
- 92% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Louisiana State University at Alexandria?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 970–1220. Aim for 1220 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Louisiana State University at Alexandria?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 17–22.
- Is Louisiana State University at Alexandria test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Louisiana State University at Alexandria requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Louisiana State University at Alexandria's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Louisiana State University at Alexandria cost?
- About $18,580 a year before aid; $12,105 on average after grants.
- What is Louisiana State University at Alexandria's FAFSA school code?
- 002011. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Louisiana State University at Alexandria receives your information.
- What is Louisiana State University at Alexandria's graduation rate?
- 29% of students finish within six years.
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