About
Louisiana State University
LSU isn’t just an institution of higher education. We are a community and a culture. Through learning, research, and community engagement, we are dedicated to changing lives, whether it’s a student in the classroom or the citizens of Louisiana and the world.
Cost of Attendance
Tuition and additional fee costs vary depending on full time or part time enrollment status. Also, being an out of state student (non-resident) can result in additional fees. Another additional cost may be the “Tier” of program. LSU ranks their programs into Tier 1 and 2 cost values. Below will be a general overview of tuition, but Louisiana State provides a document that calculates tuition costs.
Part time (in state)
Being a part time, in-state student results in a tuition cost that ranges between $884.90-$4449.90 depending on hours.
PART TIME (non-resident)
Being a part time, non-resident student results in a tuition cost of $1666.90-$11307.90 depending on hours.
Full time (In state)
Being a full time, in-state student results in a tuition cost of $6156.50 or $6276.50 depending on program tier.
Full time (Non-Resident)
Being a full time, non-resident student results in a tuition cost of $14,498.50 or $14,618.50 depending on program tier.
Acceptance Requirements
Admission to Louisiana State can vary based on applicant profile and high school curriculum. LSU aims to take a holistic approach when admitting freshman. However, LSU provides the range in which 50% of the previous freshman class fit into:
GPA Range: 3.5-4.1
ACT Composite Score: 23-29
SAT Total Score: 1130-1310
While these numbers represent 50% of the freshman class. At least 25% of admitted freshman are below this range.
For more information about admission requirements click here:
Financial Aid
LSU has several options for students who are aspiring to become LSU Tigers
Completing the FAFSA will enable students to become eligible for federal aid. Federal aid can come in the form of Pell and other grants or a loan. Grant and loan information is available on the FAFSA website as well as LSU’s website. Click the heading to learn more.
Since 2012, LSU has been a proud partner of the Stamps Scholars Programs which provides merit scholarships to the brightest and most outstanding undergraduate freshmen admitted to Louisiana State University. This elite award offers a full cost of attendance for four years, as well as an unprecedented level of funding for enrichment experiences. Stamps Scholars are directed to resources that will help cultivate each scholar’s intellectual distinction, initiative, and commitment to service, leadership, global knowledge, and career exploration. Click the heading to learn more.
When applying to Louisiana State through the Common App, the application will also be automatically reviewed for potential scholarships. Click the heading to learn more.
Academic Common Market (ACM) is a tuition-saving program for college students in the 16 Southern Regional Education Board member states who want to pursue degrees that are not offered by their in-state institutions. Students can enroll in out-of-state institutions that offer their degree program and pay that institution’s in-state tuition rate. Click the heading to learn more.
With more than 330 academic fields of study, LSU has a degree program for you! Below are some notable programs at LSU. To view a full list, click the heading.
College of Art & Design
The College of Art & Design is Louisiana’s foremost school for fine arts, art history, and the design professions, with programs that are consistently highly ranked in national surveys. The college strives to function as a collaborative of engaged students and faculty committed to creative activity in every aspect of the visual arts and design disciplines. It also houses one of the top Landscape Architecture programs in the nation!
School of Veterinary Medicine
The School of Veterinary Medicine has launched a comprehensive and sustained initiative to grow in excellence, reputation, and service to the veterinary medical profession and biomedical sciences through the lens of One Health and comparative medicine. We call the plan I2C: Innovate, Invest, Communicate. You will see evidence of our progress throughout this website and on our many communication channels.
The College of Engineering
We are dedicated to creating engineers who can transform ideas into reality to solve society’s problems and improve the quality of life. We cultivate leaders with a strong sense of global awareness, an entrepreneurial spirit, and exceptional communication skills. LSU Engineering students are immediately successful after graduation due to experiences that yield increased opportunities in the workforce.
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Campus Life
Ignite your leadership potential, immerse yourself in a culture of involvement, celebrate unique traditions, and contribute through meaningful service opportunities. Get started with TigerLink, an app designed to connect students with organizations and events around campus
Notable Organizations & Programs
National Society of Black Engineers
The National Society of Black Engineers strives to accomplish the following objectives for its organization: Stimulate and develop student interest in the various engineering disciplines. Strive to increase the number of minority students studying engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
The Collegiate 100
The Collegiate 100 membership is drawn primarily from male African–American college students through Chapters on university campuses across America. The purpose of the Collegiate 100 is to implement the mentoring, education, and tutoring programs of the100 Black Men of Metro Baton Rouge, LTD.
Bridge USA at LSU
The goal of BridgeUSA is not to change minds or create centrists, but encourage students to engage differing beliefs, experiences and perspectives. What unites us is not agreement on policies, but a shared mindset. The BridgeUSA Mindset champions understanding, empathy, open-mindedness and a willingness to engage those who are different from us.
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Traditions run deep at Louisiana State. From the vibrant Mardi Gras celebrations to the acknowledgment of the Tiger Twelve, LSU takes pride in their heritage being situated in Baton Rouge, LA
Student Testimonials
Hear from Louisiana State Tigers on their experience at Louisiana State.
I really, really like the LSU Global team. If I have any problems I can come here and they can help me. I don’t feel alone here. When I come here I don’t know anything. They helped me with my meal plan, the place that I live, how to ask something to my professor, how to use Moodle, how to use my tiger card. All the things to be successful here.”
Mercedes
Coastal Environmental Science
I checked for top engineering schools and I saw LSU and it was very attractive. I [read] about the history, the people, the state and football and it was a good answer for me.”
Tife
Undeclared
A major part that helped me personally achieve my goals was using the resources put together by LSU to help you succeed. One resource was the Shell Tutoring Center. It’s located in the library, and they can help you with all of your school needs.”
Talal
Undeclared