| Ruston, Louisiana | Location | Huntington, West Virginia |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$10,125
Out-Of-State$16,866 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$8,942
Out-Of-State$20,294 |
| 94% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 81% |
| $9,857 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $10,023 |
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| 62.37 % | Acceptance Rates | 96.88 % |
| 37.41 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 25.24 % |
| 1,185 | SAT Score | - |
| 24 | ACT Score | - |
| 59 % | Graduation Rate | 49 % |
| 24 % | Transfer-out Rate | 25 % |
| 81 % | Retention Rate | 74 % |
| 10,839 | Student Population | 10,691 |
| 378 | Number of Faculties | 820 |
| 23 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |
