Tulane University of Louisiana and Northwestern State University of Louisiana are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Tulane is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in New Orleans, LA and NSU is a four-year, public school located in Natchitoches, LA.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Tulane University of Louisiana | vs. | Northwestern State University of Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, Louisiana | Location | Natchitoches, Louisiana |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $68,678 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$8,864
Out-Of-State$19,652 |
| 59% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 86% |
| $35,988 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $8,495 |
| 13.98 % | Acceptance Rates | 92.54 % |
| 40.32 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 37.38 % |
| 1,465 | SAT Score | 1,030 |
| 32 | ACT Score | 21 |
| 86 % | Graduation Rate | 43 % |
| 10 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 93 % | Retention Rate | 71 % |
| 13,310 | Student Population | 8,523 |
| 1,565 | Number of Faculties | 321 |
| 7 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 16 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, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |