LSUS Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 50.55%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1090. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,327
- Out-of-State Tuition: $7,327
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at LSUS:
- Total Enrollment: 10,749, including 8,719 online students
- 2,651 Undergraduate, 8,098 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 39.3% men, 60.7% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 38%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 27%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 83%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 57 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 9 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 15 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
LSUS Overview
Louisiana State University-Shreveport (LSUS) is a four-year, public school located in Shreveport, LA. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The LSUS's tuition & fees is $7,327 for Louisiana residents and $7,327 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 61% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,483.
The school has a total enrollment of 10,749 and the students to faculty ratio is 30 to 1 (3.33%).
LSUS's acceptance rate is 50.55% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 31.48%. The median SAT score is 1090 and the ACT score is 21.
LSUS ranked 10th in Louisiana Colleges rankings. Louisiana State University-Shreveport is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Louisiana State University-Shreveport is $7,327 for in-state students and $7,327 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $7,349 for in-state students and $7,349 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,327 for Louisiana residents and $2,621 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,349 for Louisiana residents and $2,721 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,327 | $7,327 |
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| Graduate | $7,349 | $7,349 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,327 | $2,621 |
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| Graduate | $7,349 | $2,721 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Louisiana State University-Shreveport offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at LSUS
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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