| Miami, Florida | Location | Ruston, Louisiana |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$6,565
Out-Of-State$18,963 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$10,125
Out-Of-State$16,866 |
| 59% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 94% |
| $6,634 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $9,857 |
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| 63.86 % | Acceptance Rates | 62.37 % |
| 39.95 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 37.41 % |
| 1,150 | SAT Score | 1,185 |
| 24 | ACT Score | 24 |
| 69 % | Graduation Rate | 59 % |
| 17 % | Transfer-out Rate | 24 % |
| 91 % | Retention Rate | 81 % |
| 55,609 | Student Population | 10,839 |
| 1,401 | Number of Faculties | 378 |
| 24 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 23 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 |
