B
Good
Score: 63/100

Louisiana Tech University

4-Year Public
📍 Ruston, Louisiana 71272
Outcomes
B+
74/100
Affordability
C+
60/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
A+
93/100
Prestige
C
43/100

Quick Stats

11,427
Total Enrollment
58%
Graduation Rate
84%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
73%
Acceptance Rate
$12,593
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Louisiana Tech University

7% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 811 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where Louisiana Tech University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
of 30 schools
#4
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
of 30 schools
#6
Forestry, General
of 17 schools
#14
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
of 58 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,401 $13,142
Total Cost (On-Campus) $24,765 $31,506

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
28%
Receive Pell Grants
39%
Take Out Loans
$12,593
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,529
$30,001 - $48,000$9,010
$48,001 - $75,000$11,846
$75,001 - $110,000$15,442
$110,001+$15,634

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 454 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 111 grads/yr Computer Science 92 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 87 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 83 grads/yr Accounting 83 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 76 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 69 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 60 grads/yr Psychology, General 57 grads/yr Finance, General 54 grads/yr Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 52 grads/yr Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 43 grads/yr Human Development and Family Studies, General 40 grads/yr Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller 39 grads/yr Electrical and Electronics Engineering 36 grads/yr Forestry, General 33 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 33 grads/yr Industrial Engineering 33 grads/yr Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew 33 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Louisiana Tech University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

11,427
Total Students
48%
Women
73%
Traditional Age (18-24)
7%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 72%
Hispanic 5%
Black 11%
Asian 2%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 78%
Off-Campus (Renters) 7%
With Family 15%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~811 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 79%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%
Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 73%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Louisiana Tech University?
Louisiana Tech University has an acceptance rate of 73%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Louisiana Tech University?
Tuition at Louisiana Tech University is $6,401 for in-state students and $13,142 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,593.
What is the graduation rate at Louisiana Tech University?
The graduation rate at Louisiana Tech University is 58%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Louisiana Tech University a good school?
Louisiana Tech University has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Louisiana Tech University?
Louisiana Tech University has a total enrollment of 11,427 students. Most students (73%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Louisiana Tech University?
Yes! Approximately 7% of students at Louisiana Tech University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 811 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology