Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
96.02%
SAT Average
1,088
ACT Range
18-24
Nicholls State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 96.02%. This means approximately 960 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,772 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
96.02%
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 | $8,173 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $9,266 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $21,519 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $12,091 | State avg: $17,038. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 34.98% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 43.06% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Nicholls State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$9,266
Room and board
$10,938
Books and supplies
$1,300
Other expenses
$5,996
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$21,519
Average net price
$12,091
Average aid coverage
44%
$9,428 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Nicholls State University pays approximately $12,091 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 Nicholls State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Louisiana and national averages.
Nicholls State University net price
$12,091
Louisiana average
$17,038
National average
$17,506
Nicholls State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $9,266 and average net price at $12,091. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$9,266
Current net price
$12,091
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)
54.29%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$45,454
Undergraduates
4,772
10-Year Median Earnings - Nicholls State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Nicholls State University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Nicholls State University?
Undergraduates
4,772
Completion rate
54.29%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
34.98%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
43.06%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 34.98% of Nicholls State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 43.06% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Nicholls State University
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 Nicholls State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Nicholls State University 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
Nicholls State University is listed at University Station La Hwy 1, Thibodaux, LA 70310. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Nicholls State University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholls State University | 96.02% | $9,266 | $12,091 | $45,454 |
| 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 Nicholls State University's acceptance rate?
Nicholls State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 96.02%.
How much is Nicholls State University tuition?
Nicholls State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $9,266.
What is Nicholls State University's average net price?
Nicholls State University's average net price in the local dataset is $12,091.
What is Nicholls State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $45,454 for Nicholls State University.
Is Nicholls State University accredited?
Nicholls State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Nicholls State University?
The local dataset lists 4,772 undergraduate students at Nicholls State University.
What percentage of Nicholls State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Nicholls State University in the local dataset is 34.98%.
What is the federal loan rate at Nicholls State University?
The federal loan rate for Nicholls State University in the local dataset is 43.06%.
Where should I verify Nicholls State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Nicholls State University or the latest official federal education data.