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Louisiana State University-Alexandria vs Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Louisiana State University-Alexandria Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 92% 93%
SAT range (mid 50%) 970-1,220 866-1,163
ACT range (mid 50%) 17-22 18-24
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $7,065 $13,606
Sticker cost of attendance $15,550 $25,431
Graduation rate 34% 43%
Retention rate 70% 71%
Undergraduates 5,632 5,519
Student-faculty ratio 33:1 16:1
Setting Alexandria, LA Natchitoches, LA
Type Public Public

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Louisiana State University-Alexandria or Northwestern State University of Louisiana harder to get into?

Louisiana State University-Alexandria is more selective, with a 92% acceptance rate versus 93% at Northwestern State University of Louisiana. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Louisiana State University-Alexandria or Northwestern State University of Louisiana?

Louisiana State University-Alexandria has the lower average net price ($7,065 versus $13,606). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.