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Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Natchitoches, Louisiana · Public

95%acceptance rate
910–1110SAT middle 50%
18–23ACT middle 50%
$13,156average net price, in-state

Northwestern State University of Louisiana admitted 95% of 2,723 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 910–1110 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 44% of students graduate within six years.

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Early decision and early action

Northwestern State University of Louisiana doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Northwestern State University of Louisiana rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • Test scores

Important

  • Class rank
  • GPA

Considered

  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Legacy

Not considered

  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.40 GPA. 19% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.08%
  • 3.75–3.9922%
  • 3.50–3.7420%
  • 3.25–3.4920%
  • 3.00–3.2412%
  • 2.50–2.9916%
  • 2.00–2.493%
  • Under 2.00.5%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $26,705 in-state and $37,493 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $13,156 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$12,129
  • $30–48k$12,307
  • $48–75k$14,216
  • $75–110k$17,311
  • $110k+$18,107

Quick answers

What is Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s acceptance rate?

Northwestern State University of Louisiana admitted 95% of applicants: 2,578 of 2,723 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

What SAT score do you need for Northwestern State University of Louisiana?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 910 to 1110, with a median around 980. A score at or above 980 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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