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Best Colleges for Biology in Louisiana

The best colleges for a Biology degree in Louisiana, led by Tulane University of Louisiana, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College and Louisiana Tech University. Each school is shown with its acceptance rate, tuition, and average SAT so you can weigh Biology programs side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Biology in Louisiana?

Based on our rankings, Tulane University of Louisiana is the top-ranked college for Biology in Louisiana. Other top choices include Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, Louisiana Tech University, Xavier University of Louisiana.

What are the best Biology schools?

The best Biology schools, based on program-specific federal data including median earnings and graduate counts, are Tulane University of Louisiana, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, Louisiana Tech University. Our rankings use College Scorecard field-of-study data rather than editorial opinion.

How much does it cost to study Biology?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Biology programs is approximately $23,292 per year. However, costs vary significantly — many schools offer generous financial aid packages that can reduce the effective cost.

How long does it take to get a Biology degree?

A bachelor's degree in Biology typically takes four years of full-time study. Some programs offer accelerated tracks or combined bachelor's-to-master's options that can extend or shorten the timeline.

How are these Biology rankings determined?

Our major rankings are independently calculated from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard field-of-study (CIP) data — primarily median earnings 4 years after graduation and program scale (graduate count), with a 10+ annual graduates minimum per program. They are not derived from US News or any other publication.

Career outcomes for Biology graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Biology programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $48,445 per year. Below are the highest-paying Biology programs based on federal College Scorecard earnings data reported by graduates four years after completion.

  1. 1. Tulane University of Louisiana — New Orleans, LA · 14% acceptance · SAT 1,448 · $68,678 tuition · 86% grad rate
  2. 2. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College — Baton Rouge, LA · 73.3% acceptance · SAT 1,285 · $28,631 tuition · 69% grad rate
  3. 3. Louisiana Tech University — Ruston, LA · 86.4% acceptance · SAT 1,191 · $16,866 tuition · 64% grad rate
  4. 4. Xavier University of Louisiana — New Orleans, LA · 69% acceptance · SAT 1,080 · $28,733 tuition · 49% grad rate
  5. 5. University of New Orleans — New Orleans, LA · 74.3% acceptance · SAT 1,052 · $14,008 tuition · 38% grad rate
  6. 6. Grambling State University — Grambling, LA · 44.9% acceptance · SAT 943 · $16,706 tuition · 36% grad rate
  7. 7. Southern University at New Orleans — New Orleans, LA · 78.9% acceptance · SAT 944 · $16,954 tuition · 13% grad rate
  8. 8. University of Louisiana at Monroe — Monroe, LA · 84.8% acceptance · SAT 1,116 · $21,290 tuition · 54% grad rate
  9. 9. Dillard University — New Orleans, LA · 41.9% acceptance · SAT 1,050 · $23,918 tuition · 43% grad rate
  10. 10. Southeastern Louisiana University — Hammond, LA · 99.3% acceptance · SAT 1,090 · $20,851 tuition · 45% grad rate
  11. 11. Northwestern State University of Louisiana — Natchitoches, LA · 92.5% acceptance · SAT 1,088 · $19,652 tuition · 43% grad rate
  12. 12. Nicholls State University — Thibodaux, LA · 90.8% acceptance · SAT 1,090 · $9,242 tuition · 54% grad rate
  13. 13. Southern University and A & M College — Baton Rouge, LA · 35.1% acceptance · SAT 942 · $17,272 tuition · 27% grad rate

Best Colleges for Biology in Louisiana on PickACampus