Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
82.72%
SAT Average
1,119
ACT Range
19-24
Louisiana State University-Shreveport Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 82.72%. This means approximately 827 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,150 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
82.72%
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 | $7,327 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $20,481 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $19,233 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $8,130 | State avg: $17,038. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 37.81% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 31.64% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Louisiana State University-Shreveport Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$20,481
Room and board
$11,030
Books and supplies
$1,300
Other expenses
$4,898
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$19,233
Average net price
$8,130
Average aid coverage
58%
$11,103 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Louisiana State University-Shreveport pays approximately $8,130 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 Louisiana State University-Shreveport?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Louisiana and national averages.
Louisiana State University-Shreveport net price
$8,130
Louisiana average
$17,038
National average
$17,506
Louisiana State University-Shreveport Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $20,481 and average net price at $8,130. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$20,481
Current net price
$8,130
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)
33.21%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$47,477
Undergraduates
2,150
10-Year Median Earnings - Louisiana State University-Shreveport vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Louisiana State University-Shreveport graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Louisiana State University-Shreveport?
Undergraduates
2,150
Completion rate
33.21%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
37.81%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
31.64%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 37.81% of Louisiana State University-Shreveport students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 31.64% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Louisiana State University-Shreveport
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 Louisiana State University-Shreveport's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Louisiana State University-Shreveport 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
Louisiana State University-Shreveport is listed at One University Place, Shreveport, LA 71115-2399. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Louisiana State University-Shreveport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University-Shreveport | 82.72% | $20,481 | $8,130 | $47,477 |
| 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 |
Similar Schools in Shreveport
This local cluster focuses on nearby Shreveport schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Shreveport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louisiana State University-Shreveport's acceptance rate?
Louisiana State University-Shreveport's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 82.72%.
How much is Louisiana State University-Shreveport tuition?
Louisiana State University-Shreveport's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $20,481.
What is Louisiana State University-Shreveport's average net price?
Louisiana State University-Shreveport's average net price in the local dataset is $8,130.
What is Louisiana State University-Shreveport's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $47,477 for Louisiana State University-Shreveport.
Is Louisiana State University-Shreveport accredited?
Louisiana State University-Shreveport's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Louisiana State University-Shreveport?
The local dataset lists 2,150 undergraduate students at Louisiana State University-Shreveport.
What percentage of Louisiana State University-Shreveport students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Louisiana State University-Shreveport in the local dataset is 37.81%.
What is the federal loan rate at Louisiana State University-Shreveport?
The federal loan rate for Louisiana State University-Shreveport in the local dataset is 31.64%.
Where should I verify Louisiana State University-Shreveport data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Louisiana State University-Shreveport or the latest official federal education data.