Louisiana State University-Shreveport
Public university · Shreveport, LA · 2,153 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
51%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1000–1195
ACT (middle 50%)
18–24
Average net price
$11,101
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$24,190
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
33%
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-Shreveport?
Louisiana State University-Shreveport accepts about 51 of every 100 applicants (51%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1000 and 1195 on the SAT. A score at or above 1195 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1000, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–24.
The latest federal data says Louisiana State University-Shreveport is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Louisiana State University-Shreveport's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Louisiana State University-Shreveport cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $24,190 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $11,101 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 $7,952 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$7,952
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$7,952
- Room & board$11,578
- Total cost of attendance$24,190
- Average net price after grants$11,101
Popular majors
Business, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Psychology, Biology, Computer Science.
Louisiana State University-Shreveport FAQ
- What is Louisiana State University-Shreveport's acceptance rate?
- 51% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Louisiana State University-Shreveport?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1000–1195. Aim for 1195 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Louisiana State University-Shreveport?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–24.
- Is Louisiana State University-Shreveport test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Louisiana State University-Shreveport is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Louisiana State University-Shreveport's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Louisiana State University-Shreveport cost?
- About $24,190 a year before aid; $11,101 on average after grants.
- What is Louisiana State University-Shreveport's FAFSA school code?
- 002013. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Louisiana State University-Shreveport receives your information.
- What is Louisiana State University-Shreveport's graduation rate?
- 33% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Louisiana State University-Shreveport
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centenary College of LouisianaShreveport, LA | 56% | 1060–1210 | $25,053 | 62% |
| Grambling State UniversityGrambling, LA | 45% | 920–1080 | $19,214 | 36% |
| Dillard UniversityNew Orleans, LA | 42% | 968–1202 | $26,363 | 51% |
| North Carolina A & T State UniversityGreensboro, NC | 50% | 1020–1190 | $9,884 | 56% |
| Purdue UniversityWest Lafayette, IN | 50% | 1200–1480 | $14,851 | 84% |
| Baylor UniversityWaco, TX | 51% | 1200–1400 | $44,441 | 82% |