| HBU | vs. | NSU |
|---|---|---|
| Houston, Texas | Location | Natchitoches, Louisiana |
| Four-years, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (larger programs) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $38,100 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$8,864
Out-Of-State$19,652 |
| 93% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 90% |
| $23,996 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $6,866 |
| 84.48 % | Acceptance Rates | 97.93 % |
| 8.45 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 35.88 % |
| 1,140 | SAT Score | 1,050 |
| 24 | ACT Score | 21 |
| 49 % | Graduation Rate | 46 % |
| 32 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 69 % | Retention Rate | 61 % |
| 4,257 | Student Population | 9,389 |
| 131 | Number of Faculties | 320 |
| 15 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 17 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |