University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Public university · Lafayette, LA · 12,428 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
87%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1120–1240
ACT (middle 50%)
23–28
Average net price
$14,924
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,959
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
52%
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 University of Louisiana at Lafayette?
University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepts about 87 of every 100 applicants (87%), 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 1120 and 1240 on the SAT. A score at or above 1240 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1120, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 23–28.
The latest federal data says University of Louisiana at Lafayette 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 University of Louisiana at Lafayette's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Louisiana at Lafayette cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,959 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $14,924 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 $11,460 for LA residents and $25,188 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$11,460
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$25,188
- Room & board$12,560
- Total cost of attendance$25,959
- Average net price after grants$14,924
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Education, Engineering.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette FAQ
- What is University of Louisiana at Lafayette's acceptance rate?
- 87% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Louisiana at Lafayette?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1120–1240. Aim for 1240 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Louisiana at Lafayette?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 23–28.
- Is University of Louisiana at Lafayette test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Louisiana at Lafayette 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 University of Louisiana at Lafayette's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Louisiana at Lafayette cost?
- About $25,959 a year before aid; $14,924 on average after grants.
- What is University of Louisiana at Lafayette's FAFSA school code?
- 002031. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Louisiana at Lafayette receives your information.
- What is University of Louisiana at Lafayette's graduation rate?
- 52% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of Louisiana at Lafayette
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Tech UniversityRuston, LA | 86% | 1100–1310 | $11,959 | 61% |
| University of Louisiana at MonroeMonroe, LA | 85% | 1160–1360 | $12,218 | 51% |
| Nicholls State UniversityThibodaux, LA | 91% | 934–1196 | $13,357 | 51% |
| Herzing University-New OrleansMetairie, LA | 92% | — | $21,678 | 50% |
| Louisiana State University at AlexandriaAlexandria, LA | 92% | 970–1220 | $12,105 | 29% |
| Northwestern State University of LouisianaNatchitoches, LA | 93% | 866–1163 | $12,842 | 44% |