Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Public university · Natchitoches, LA · 5,519 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
93%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
866–1163
ACT (middle 50%)
18–24
Average net price
$12,842
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,426
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
44%
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 Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts about 93 of every 100 applicants (93%), 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 866 and 1163 on the SAT. A score at or above 1163 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 866, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–24.
The latest federal data says Northwestern State University of Louisiana 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 Northwestern State University of Louisiana's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Northwestern State University of Louisiana cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,426 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $12,842 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 $9,370 for LA residents and $20,158 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,370
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$20,158
- Room & board$11,306
- Total cost of attendance$25,426
- Average net price after grants$12,842
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Business.
Northwestern State University of Louisiana FAQ
- What is Northwestern State University of Louisiana's acceptance rate?
- 93% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 866–1163. Aim for 1163 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–24.
- Is Northwestern State University of Louisiana test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Northwestern State University of Louisiana 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 Northwestern State University of Louisiana's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Northwestern State University of Louisiana cost?
- About $25,426 a year before aid; $12,842 on average after grants.
- What is Northwestern State University of Louisiana's FAFSA school code?
- 002021. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Northwestern State University of Louisiana receives your information.
- What is Northwestern State University of Louisiana's graduation rate?
- 44% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Northwestern State University of Louisiana
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University at AlexandriaAlexandria, LA | 92% | 970–1220 | $12,105 | 29% |
| Loyola University New OrleansNew Orleans, LA | 93% | — | $21,888 | 61% |
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| Nicholls State UniversityThibodaux, LA | 91% | 934–1196 | $13,357 | 51% |
| University of Louisiana at LafayetteLafayette, LA | 87% | 1120–1240 | $14,924 | 52% |
| Louisiana Tech UniversityRuston, LA | 86% | 1100–1310 | $11,959 | 61% |