Louisiana State University-Shreveport
About Louisiana State University-Shreveport
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Louisiana State University-Shreveport is a public university in Shreveport, Louisiana. It offers affordable programs in business, biology, computer science, and psychology, serving the northwest Louisiana and east Texas region as part of the LSU System.
Founded
1967
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana
Students
10,251
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
50.5%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
37.5%
Below national average
Tuition
$7,518
Per year
Avg Net Price
$7,022
After financial aid
SAT Average
1090
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$47,477
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
50.5 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Louisiana State University-Shreveport accepts 50.5% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1090/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
83.2%
4-Year Grad
23%
6-Year Grad
38%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
70%
$/Student
$8.4K
Class Size
Large
The 23% graduation rate is below average, but 83.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,518
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,522
Books & Supplies
$1,353
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,461
After Financial Aid
$7,022
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,680
Receive Grants
38.6%
Take Loans
29.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $19,461/yr, including $9,522 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,022.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Louisiana State University-Shreveport fund their education.
While in School
38.6%
Get Grants
Free money
29.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,731
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$22,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$239/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 29.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $22,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Louisiana State University-Shreveport.
Gender
56.4%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,153
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
8,098
Graduates
40.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
27.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 40.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
2,153
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Louisiana State University-Shreveport fields 4 varsity teams with 128 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Red River
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
128
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
80
Men
48
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Louisiana State University-Shreveportearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,477
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
88 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$35K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$24K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
—
37 grads
Marketing
$35K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$29K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $47K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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