Nicholls State University
Public university · Thibodaux, LA · 4,737 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
91%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
934–1196
ACT (middle 50%)
19–24
Average net price
$13,357
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$23,775
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
51%
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 Nicholls State University?
Nicholls State University accepts about 91 of every 100 applicants (91%), 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 934 and 1196 on the SAT. A score at or above 1196 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 934, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–24.
The latest federal data says Nicholls State University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Nicholls State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Nicholls State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $23,775 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $13,357 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 $8,741 for LA residents and $9,834 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$8,741
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$9,834
- Room & board$11,682
- Total cost of attendance$23,775
- Average net price after grants$13,357
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Interdisciplinary Studies, Psychology, Liberal Arts & General Studies.
Nicholls State University FAQ
- What is Nicholls State University's acceptance rate?
- 91% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Nicholls State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 934–1196. Aim for 1196 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Nicholls State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–24.
- Is Nicholls State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Nicholls State University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Nicholls State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Nicholls State University cost?
- About $23,775 a year before aid; $13,357 on average after grants.
- What is Nicholls State University's FAFSA school code?
- 002005. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Nicholls State University receives your information.
- What is Nicholls State University's graduation rate?
- 51% of students finish within six years.
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