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73%
Open Admissions
59%
Graduation
About Louisiana Tech University
Louisiana Tech University is a public four-year institution located in Ruston, Louisiana. With an enrollment of approximately 7,819 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 73%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 59%. Graduates earn a median salary of $52,279 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $12,209 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
73%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
59%
Enrollment
7,819
Total students
Median Earnings
$52,279
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$10,125
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,866
Per year
Average Net Price
$12,209
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
21 – 27
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
545
Median
595
75th
660
200800
ACT Composite
25th
21
Median
25
75th
27
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$16,866/yr
In-State Tuition$10,125/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$12,209/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$48,836
10-Year Earnings
$522,790
ROI Multiple
10.7×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Louisiana Tech University
Student Outcomes
59%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$52k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
7,819
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
