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Nicholls State University vs Northwestern State University of Louisiana

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

Nicholls State University Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 91% 93%
SAT range (mid 50%) 934-1,196 866-1,163
ACT range (mid 50%) 19-24 18-24
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $12,947 $13,606
Sticker cost of attendance $23,481 $25,431
Graduation rate 54% 43%
Retention rate 77% 71%
Undergraduates 4,737 5,519
Student-faculty ratio 19:1 16:1
Setting Thibodaux, LA Natchitoches, LA
Type Public Public

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

Common questions

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

Nicholls State University is more selective, with a 91% 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, Nicholls State University or Northwestern State University of Louisiana?

Nicholls State University has the lower average net price ($12,947 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.