Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
93.74%
SAT Average
1,090
ACT Range
18-24
Northwestern State University of Louisiana Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 93.74%. This means approximately 937 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 5,840 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
93.74%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,864 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $19,652 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $24,496 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $13,809 | State avg: $17,038. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 34.88% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 36.68% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Northwestern State University of Louisiana Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$19,652
Room and board
$10,617
Books and supplies
$1,300
Other expenses
$5,924
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$24,496
Average net price
$13,809
Average aid coverage
44%
$10,687 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Northwestern State University of Louisiana pays approximately $13,809 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Louisiana average of $17,038 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Louisiana and national averages.
Northwestern State University of Louisiana net price
$13,809
Louisiana average
$17,038
National average
$17,506
Northwestern State University of Louisiana Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $19,652 and average net price at $13,809. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$19,652
Current net price
$13,809
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
44.63%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$47,021
Undergraduates
5,840
10-Year Median Earnings - Northwestern State University of Louisiana vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Northwestern State University of Louisiana graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
Undergraduates
5,840
Completion rate
44.63%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
34.88%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
36.68%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 34.88% of Northwestern State University of Louisiana students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 36.68% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Northwestern State University of Louisiana's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Northwestern State University of Louisiana lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Northwestern State University of Louisiana is listed at 175 Sam Sibley Drive, Natchitoches, LA 71497-0002. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Northwestern State University of Louisiana with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana | 93.74% | $19,652 | $13,809 | $47,021 |
| Chamberlain University-Louisiana | 90.91% | $19,686 | $36,972 | $92,405 |
| Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans | Not available | Not available | Not available | $78,495 |
| Baton Rouge General Medical Center School of Nursing & School of Radiologic Technology | Not available | Not available | Not available | $75,071 |
| Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport | Not available | Not available | Not available | $74,671 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern State University of Louisiana's acceptance rate?
Northwestern State University of Louisiana's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 93.74%.
How much is Northwestern State University of Louisiana tuition?
Northwestern State University of Louisiana's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $19,652.
What is Northwestern State University of Louisiana's average net price?
Northwestern State University of Louisiana's average net price in the local dataset is $13,809.
What is Northwestern State University of Louisiana's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $47,021 for Northwestern State University of Louisiana.
Is Northwestern State University of Louisiana accredited?
Northwestern State University of Louisiana's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
The local dataset lists 5,840 undergraduate students at Northwestern State University of Louisiana.
What percentage of Northwestern State University of Louisiana students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Northwestern State University of Louisiana in the local dataset is 34.88%.
What is the federal loan rate at Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
The federal loan rate for Northwestern State University of Louisiana in the local dataset is 36.68%.
Where should I verify Northwestern State University of Louisiana data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Northwestern State University of Louisiana or the latest official federal education data.