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Best Colleges in Louisiana

All 36 colleges in Louisiana, ranked by overall quality and led by Tulane University of Louisiana, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College and Louisiana Culinary Institute. 19 public, 17 private. median out-of-state tuition $17,272. lowest in-state tuition $4,730 at Louisiana State University-Eunice. Each school below shows its acceptance rate, tuition and average SAT.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best college in Louisiana?

Based on our overall rankings, Tulane University of Louisiana is the top-ranked college in Louisiana. Other strong choices include Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, Louisiana Culinary Institute, Academy of Interactive Entertainment.

How many colleges are in Louisiana?

We track 36 four-year colleges in Louisiana, including 19 public institutions and 17 private ones.

How much does college cost in Louisiana?

The average out-of-state tuition across colleges we track in Louisiana is approximately $17,272 per year. In-state students at public schools typically pay significantly less, and most schools offer financial aid that reduces the effective cost.

What are the best public colleges in Louisiana?

The best public colleges in Louisiana include Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, Louisiana Tech University, Nicholls State University. Public universities typically offer lower tuition for in-state residents.

What are the best private colleges in Louisiana?

The best private colleges in Louisiana include Tulane University of Louisiana, Louisiana Culinary Institute, Academy of Interactive Entertainment. Private colleges may offer more generous financial aid despite higher sticker prices.

How are these Louisiana rankings determined?

Our overall rankings are calculated independently from publicly available data including U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS, and aggregated student-experience signals — not from US News or any other publication.

By major in Louisiana

  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 Culinary Institute — Baton Rouge, LA · 37.5% acceptance · $15,575 tuition · 81% grad rate
  4. 4. Academy of Interactive Entertainment — Lafayette, LA · 42.6% acceptance · $24,600 tuition · 100% grad rate
  5. 5. ITI Technical College — Baton Rouge, LA · $11,711 tuition · 59% grad rate
  6. 6. Loyola University New Orleans — New Orleans, LA · 93.1% acceptance · $49,440 tuition · 59% grad rate
  7. 7. Louisiana Tech University — Ruston, LA · 86.4% acceptance · SAT 1,191 · $16,866 tuition · 64% grad rate
  8. 8. Centenary College of Louisiana — Shreveport, LA · 55.7% acceptance · SAT 1,144 · $41,200 tuition · 56% grad rate
  9. 9. Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University — Baton Rouge, LA · 98.7% acceptance · $18,310 tuition · 45% grad rate
  10. 10. Chamberlain University-Louisiana — Jefferson, LA · 100% acceptance · $19,975 tuition
  11. 11. Nicholls State University — Thibodaux, LA · 90.8% acceptance · SAT 1,090 · $9,242 tuition · 54% grad rate
  12. 12. Xavier University of Louisiana — New Orleans, LA · 69% acceptance · SAT 1,080 · $28,733 tuition · 49% grad rate
  13. 13. University of Louisiana at Lafayette — Lafayette, LA · 87% acceptance · SAT 1,219 · $24,146 tuition · 53% grad rate
  14. 14. University of Louisiana at Monroe — Monroe, LA · 84.8% acceptance · SAT 1,116 · $21,290 tuition · 54% grad rate
  15. 15. McNeese State University — Lake Charles, LA · 78.3% acceptance · SAT 1,087 · $9,989 tuition · 47% grad rate
  16. 16. Southeastern Louisiana University — Hammond, LA · 99.3% acceptance · SAT 1,090 · $20,851 tuition · 45% grad rate
  17. 17. University of Holy Cross — New Orleans, LA · 73.7% acceptance · $16,576 tuition · 42% grad rate
  18. 18. Northwestern State University of Louisiana — Natchitoches, LA · 92.5% acceptance · SAT 1,088 · $19,652 tuition · 43% grad rate
  19. 19. New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary — New Orleans, LA · $12,468 tuition · 51% grad rate
  20. 20. Louisiana State University-Shreveport — Shreveport, LA · 50.5% acceptance · SAT 1,090 · $7,518 tuition · 38% grad rate
  21. 21. University of New Orleans — New Orleans, LA · 74.3% acceptance · SAT 1,052 · $14,008 tuition · 38% grad rate
  22. 22. Dillard University — New Orleans, LA · 41.9% acceptance · SAT 1,050 · $23,918 tuition · 43% grad rate
  23. 23. Louisiana Christian University — Pineville, LA · 77.2% acceptance · $20,266 tuition · 44% grad rate
  24. 24. Saint Joseph Seminary College — St. Benedict, LA · $28,025 tuition · 48% grad rate
  25. 25. Louisiana State University-Alexandria — Alexandria, LA · 92.1% acceptance · SAT 1,022 · $14,650 tuition · 34% grad rate
  26. 26. Grambling State University — Grambling, LA · 44.9% acceptance · SAT 943 · $16,706 tuition · 36% grad rate
  27. 27. Southern University and A & M College — Baton Rouge, LA · 35.1% acceptance · SAT 942 · $17,272 tuition · 27% grad rate
  28. 28. Herzing University-New Orleans — Metairie, LA · 92% acceptance · $13,450 tuition · 30% grad rate
  29. 29. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans — New Orleans, LA
  30. 30. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport — Shreveport, LA
  31. 31. Louisiana State University-Eunice — Eunice, LA · $10,094 tuition · 19% grad rate
  32. 32. Southern University at New Orleans — New Orleans, LA · 78.9% acceptance · SAT 944 · $16,954 tuition · 13% grad rate
  33. 33. Southern University Law Center — Baton Rouge, LA
  34. 34. Southern University at Shreveport — Shreveport, LA · $4,958 tuition · 10% grad rate
  35. 35. The Chicago School at Xavier University of Louisiana — New Orleans, LA
  36. 36. Bridges Christian College — New Orleans, LA · $6,600 tuition

Best Colleges in Louisiana on PickACampus