Northwestern State University of Louisiana — acceptance rate 94%, tuition $5,180 in-state, $15,968 out-of-stateNorthwestern State University of Louisiana campus, Natchitoches, LA. Photo: Billy Hathorn, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
C+
64/100
Affordability
C+
63/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
B
67/100
Prestige
D
32/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
8,847
Total Enrollment
45%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
94%
Acceptance Rate
$13,156
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Northwestern State University of Louisiana ▼
16%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
The campus ZIP (71497) has no residential market, so these figures average 1 nearby ZIP codes within 3 miles of campus (71457).
What happens to students who enroll at Northwestern State University of Louisiana, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$47,021
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$39,485
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
43.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,088
Average SAT
19
Median ACT
35.2%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 53% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 47th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (LA wage index 0.75). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
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🏆 Where Northwestern State University of Louisiana Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,424 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person11%
Hybrid (Some Online)32%
Fully Online57%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)52%
25-64 (Adult)22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
Northwestern State University of Louisiana has an acceptance rate of 94%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
Tuition at Northwestern State University of Louisiana is
$5,180 for in-state students
and $15,968 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,156.
What is the graduation rate at Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
The graduation rate at Northwestern State University of Louisiana is 45%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Northwestern State University of Louisiana a good school?
Northwestern State University of Louisiana has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
Northwestern State University of Louisiana has a total enrollment of 8,847 students.
Is there rental demand near Northwestern State University of Louisiana?
Yes! Approximately 16% of students at Northwestern State University of Louisiana live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 1,424 students who need rental housing near campus.
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