Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Baton Rouge, Louisiana · Public
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College admitted 73% of 47,065 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1180–1320 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 68% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
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Early decision and early action
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Test scores
- Recommendations
Important
- Class rank
- Talent or ability
Considered
- Essay
- Interview
- Activities
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.83 GPA. 26% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $35,218 in-state and $51,895 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $21,808 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
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