Thibodaux, LA

Nicholls State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Nicholls State University is a four-year, public school located in Thibodaux, LA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (medium programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Nicholls State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

91% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 3,369 applied, 3,059 accepted, and 1,082 enrolled in Nicholls State.
418 men and 664 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,080 SAT, 21 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,080 and ACT score is 21. The SAT score of 1080 is average, 50 to 59 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total93410801196
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing472525608
Math462555588
ACT Score
Composite192124
Math172024
English192225
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $8,149 for Louisiana residents and $9,242 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $8,236 for Louisiana residents and $9,329 for others.
Tuition has decreased by 0.26% compared to last year at Nicholls State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

4,295 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $7,751.
For freshmen, 916 students (95%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $10,052.
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Student Population

A total of 6,043 students enrolled Nicholls State in 2025.
By gender, 2,242 men and 3,801 women students are enrolled.
There are 5,518 undergraduate and 525 graduate students.
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63 Major Programs

  • 13 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Nicholls State is 54% and the transfer-out rate is 2%.
The retention rate is 77% for full-time and 77% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
54%
Transfer-out Rate
2%
Retention Rate
77%
Students to Faculty Ratio
19 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 301 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Nicholls State and the average faculty salary is $62,905. The studetns to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.
There are 660 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $49,477.
Number of Faculties
301
Average Faculty Salary
$62,905
Number of Staffs
660
Average Staff Salary
$49,477

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Nicholls State University is a member of Southland Conference.
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