University of Louisiana at Monroe

ULM Overview

University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) is a four-year, public school located in Monroe, LA. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The ULM's tuition & fees is $9,190 for Louisiana residents and $21,290 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 64% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,058.

The school has a total enrollment of 8,601 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).

ULM's acceptance rate is 84.75% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 35.06%. The median SAT score is 1280 and the ACT score is 21.

ULM ranked 152nd in National Universities and 5th in Louisiana Colleges rankings. University of Louisiana at Monroe is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

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2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Louisiana at Monroe is $9,190 for in-state students and $21,290 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $9,399 for in-state students and $21,499 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,190 for Louisiana residents and $21,290 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,398 for Louisiana residents and $21,498 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,190$21,290
Graduate$9,399$21,499
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,190$21,290
Graduate$9,398$21,498

The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »84.75% Acceptance Rate / 35.06% Yield
Test Scores »1,280 SAT / 21 ACT
Graduation Rate »54%
Retention Rate73%(full-time), 59% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.56% (18 to 1)
Student Population »8,601 (6,761 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$11,058

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of Louisiana at Monroe 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 ULM
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

University of Louisiana at Monroe Directory Information

Address700 University Avenue, Monroe, LA 71209-0000
Phone318-342-1000
WEBSchool's Website
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Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University (not R1, R2)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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