| Lake Charles, Louisiana | Location | New Orleans, Louisiana |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (larger programs) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$8,460
Out-Of-State$9,960 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$9,172
Out-Of-State$14,008 |
| 72% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 67% |
| $8,886 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $8,743 |
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| 71.24 % | Acceptance Rates | 69.76 % |
| 41.63 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 20.24 % |
| 1,080 | SAT Score | 1,055 |
| 21 | ACT Score | 21 |
| 46 % | Graduation Rate | 38 % |
| 26 % | Transfer-out Rate | 34 % |
| 69 % | Retention Rate | 61 % |
| 6,230 | Student Population | 7,111 |
| 258 | Number of Faculties | 263 |
| 19 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, 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 |
