Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College (LSU) is a four-years, public school located in Baton Rouge, LA. It is classified as Research University (very high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice.

The LSU's 2022 tuition & fees is $11,958 for Louisiana residents and $28,635 for out-of-state students. 81% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,784.

The school has a total enrollment of 34,285 and the student to faculty ratio is 22 to 1 (4.55%).

The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $60,100 and it varies by field of study.

LSU ranked 124^th in National Universities and 3^rd in Louisiana Colleges rankings. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

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Directory Information

Address	156 Thomas Boyd Hall, Baton Rouge, LA 70803-2750
Phone	225-578-3202
WEB	School's Website
Admission	Admission Information
Online Application	Apply Online
Financial Aid	Deadlines and Applications
Net Price Calculator	Net Price Calculator
Veterans Tuition	Veterans Benefit Information
Disability Service	Disability Services
School Type	four-years, public
Carnegie Category	Research University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree Offered	Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Campus, Baton Rouge, LA

2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation

For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College are $11,958 for in-state students and $28,635 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $13,031 for in-state students and $29,966 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,954 for Louisiana residents and $28,631 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,027 for Louisiana residents and $29,962 for out-of-state students.

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	In-State	Out-of-State
Undergraduate	$11,958	$28,635
Graduate	$13,031	$29,966

Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)

	In-State	Out-of-State
Undergraduate	$11,954	$28,631
Graduate	$13,027	$29,962

The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is 71% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 27%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,225.

The average graduation rate is 70%. Total 34,285 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).

The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $60,100. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Veterinary Medicine program shows the highest salary with $77,300 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.

2022 LSU Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »	71% Acceptance Rate / 27% Yield
Test Scores »	1,225 SAT / 26 ACT
Graduation Rate »	70%
Retention Rate	86%(full-time), 17% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	4.55% (22 to 1)
Student Population »	34,285 (27,825 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »	$11,784
Average Earning After 10 years of graduation	$60,100
Average Salary by Field of Study	$21,900 - $77,300

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

Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College 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. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.

Special Learning Opportunities at LSU
Online Class	Undergraduate, Graduate
ROTC	Army, Air Force
Weekend/Evening College	No
Teacher Certification	Yes
Study Abroad	Yes

LSU provides several student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.

On-Campus Student Services at LSU
Remedial services	No
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	Yes
On-campus day care for students' children	Yes
Library facilities at institution	Various Library Facilities Provided

Campus Life

The following table illustrates the special characteristics of LSU. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 7,667. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $4,090.