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University of New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3964
Nationally
#60
In Louisiana
67%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$6,090
In-State Tuition
per year
43%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
5,476
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
39/100
Below Average
#3964 nationally
#60 in Louisiana
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes43
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity20
πŸ“šAcademic Environment16
πŸ”¬Program Breadth70

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

University of New Orleans is a public four-year university located in New Orleans, Louisiana. With 5,476 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 67%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $6,090 per year ($10,926 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 43%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate67%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
7,253
Applied
4,843
Admitted
845
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading470 – 650
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math490 – 670
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)17 – 23
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$6,090/yr
In-State Fees$3,082/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$10,926/yr
Room & Board$13,474/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$22,646/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$27,482/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$6,090↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate43%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
5,476
Total Undergrads
51% F / 49% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 43%
Hispanic 14%
Black 22%
Asian 9%
Two or more 5%
International 2%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($6,090/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 43% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationNew Orleans, Louisiana
SettingCity: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#60
in Louisiana out of 7+ colleges
#3964
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.