Louisiana Christian University and Northwestern State University of Louisiana are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Louisiana Christian is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Pineville, LA and NSU is a four-year, public school located in Natchitoches, LA.
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| Louisiana Christian University | vs. | Northwestern State University of Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Pineville, Louisiana | Location | Natchitoches, Louisiana |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Master's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (smaller programs) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $20,266 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$8,864
Out-Of-State$19,652 |
| 90% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 86% |
| $16,617 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $8,495 |
| 77.19 % | Acceptance Rates | 92.54 % |
| 43.26 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 37.38 % |
| - | SAT Score | 1,030 |
| - | ACT Score | 21 |
| 44 % | Graduation Rate | 43 % |
| 1 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 52 % | Retention Rate | 71 % |
| 936 | Student Population | 8,523 |
| 63 | Number of Faculties | 321 |
| 10 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |