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Nicholls State University vs University of Louisiana at Monroe

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

Nicholls State University University of Louisiana at Monroe
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 91% 85%
SAT range (mid 50%) 934-1,196 1,160-1,360
ACT range (mid 50%) 19-24 18-24
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $12,947 $13,466
Sticker cost of attendance $23,481 $24,932
Graduation rate 54% 54%
Retention rate 77% 73%
Undergraduates 4,737 5,022
Student-faculty ratio 19:1 18:1
Setting Thibodaux, LA Monroe, 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 University of Louisiana at Monroe harder to get into?

University of Louisiana at Monroe is more selective, with a 85% acceptance rate versus 91% at Nicholls State University. 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 University of Louisiana at Monroe?

Nicholls State University has the lower average net price ($12,947 versus $13,466). 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.