Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College (LSU) is a four-year, public school located in Baton Rouge, LA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The LSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $11,954 for Louisiana residents and $28,631 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 86% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,917.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 37,348 and the students to faculty ratio is 22 to 1 (4.55%).
LSU ranked 95th in National Universities and 2nd in Louisiana Colleges rankings. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is $11,954 for in-state students and $28,631 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $13,027 for in-state students and $29,962 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,954 for Louisiana residents and $28,631 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,027 for Louisiana residents and $29,962 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,954 | $28,631 |
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| Graduate | $13,027 | $29,962 |
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Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 5/10/2024)
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,954 | $28,631 |
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| Graduate | $13,027 | $29,962 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
LSU's acceptance rate is 75.72% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 25.16%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,230.
The average graduation rate is 69%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 37,348 students erolled in the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic statistics for LSU are listed in the following table.
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at LSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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