Thibodaux, LA · Natchitoches, LA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Nicholls State University | Northwestern State University of Louisiana | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 90.8% | 92.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $8,149 | $8,864 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $9,242 | $19,652 |
| Average Net Price | $12,298 | $13,134 |
| Graduation Rate | 54.0% | 43.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 6,043 | 8,523 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 19 | 16 |
GradFax Analysis
Nicholls State University accepts 90.8% of applicants. Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92.5%. Tuition is close: $8,149 at Nicholls State University, $8,864 at Northwestern State University of Louisiana. Nicholls State University graduates 54% of students in 6 years. Northwestern State University of Louisiana graduates 43%.
Bottom Line
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Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Nicholls State University. It accepts 90.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Nicholls State University, on average. After aid, students pay $12,298/year versus $13,134/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Nicholls State University: 54% of students finish in 6 years. Northwestern State University of Louisiana is at 43%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.