Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College (LSU) is a Public, 4 or more years 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 2021 tuition & fees of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is $11,962 for Louisiana residents and $28,639 for out-of-state students. 81% of the enrolled undergraduate students have received grants or scholarships and the average aid amount is $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 is $60,100. The salary range after graduation from LSU varies by field of study and the average salary range $21,900 to $77,300.

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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 Sevices
School Type	Public, 4 or more years
Carnegie Category	Research University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree Offered	Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice

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

2021 Tuition & Fees and 2022 Estimation

For undergraduate school, the 2021 tuition and fees of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College are $11,962 for in-state students and $28,639 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2021 tuition and fees are $13,035 for in-state students and $29,970 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2022 tuition & fees are $11,962 for Louisiana residents and $28,639 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2022 graduate school tuition & fees are $13,035 for Louisiana residents and $29,970 for out-of-state students.

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.

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	In-State	Out-of-State
Undergraduate	$11,962	$28,639
Graduate	$13,035	$29,970

*Updated with 2021 tuition data: source: NCES (National Center for Education Statistics)

	In-State	Out-of-State
Undergraduate	$11,962	$28,639
Graduate	$13,035	$29,970

The estimation for 2021-2022 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

2021 Key Stats

The Acceptance rate at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is 73% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 34%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,195.

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). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.

2021 Key Academics Statistics at LSU
Admission Stats »	73% Acceptance Rate / 34% Yield
Test Scores »	1,195 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

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 Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. 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.