LA Tech Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 86.40%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1210. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,125
- Out-of-State Tuition: $16,866
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at LA Tech:
- Total Enrollment: 11,873, including 384 online students
- 10,881 Undergraduate, 992 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 52.6% men, 47.4% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 64%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 10%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 82%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 132 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 16 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 37 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
LA Tech Overview
Louisiana Tech University (LA Tech) is a four-year, public school located in Ruston, LA. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The LA Tech's tuition & fees is $10,125 for Louisiana residents and $16,866 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 91% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,493.
The school has a total enrollment of 11,873 and the students to faculty ratio is 21 to 1 (4.76%).
LA Tech's acceptance rate is 86.40% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 33.44%. The median SAT score is 1210 and the ACT score is 24.
LA Tech ranked 138th in National Universities and 3rd in Louisiana Colleges rankings. Louisiana Tech University 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 Tech University is $10,125 for in-state students and $16,866 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $7,995 for in-state students and $12,726 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,125 for Louisiana residents and $16,866 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,995 for Louisiana residents and $12,726 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,125 | $16,866 |
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| Graduate | $7,995 | $12,726 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,125 | $16,866 |
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| Graduate | $7,995 | $12,726 |
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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 Tech University 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.
Special Learning Opportunities at LA Tech
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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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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