Thibodaux, LA · Lafayette, LA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Nicholls State University | University of Louisiana at Lafayette | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 96.0% | 88.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $8,173 | $10,418 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $9,266 | $24,146 |
| Average Net Price | $11,029 | $13,443 |
| Graduation Rate | 54.0% | 52.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Nicholls State University accepts 96.0% of applicants. University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepts 88.8%. Nicholls State University's in-state tuition is $8,173. University of Louisiana at Lafayette's is $10,418. Nicholls State University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 54% at Nicholls State University, 52% at University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
Bottom Line
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Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Louisiana at Lafayette. It accepts 88.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Nicholls State University, on average. After aid, students pay $11,029/year versus $13,443/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Nicholls State University: 54% of students finish in 6 years. University of Louisiana at Lafayette is at 52%.
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.