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Louisiana Tech University

Ruston, Louisiana · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$44,903

Acceptance Rate

73%

Graduation Rate

59%

Annual Tuition

$10,125

At a Glance

Total Students

7,819

Retention Rate

84%

Faculty Ratio

22

Financial Aid

29%

Median Debt

$22,135

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Louisiana Tech University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 72.6% and a student population of 7,819. The university has a retention rate of 84% and a graduation rate of 58.8%. The median debt for graduates is $22,135, and 28.7% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Louisiana Tech is $10,125. Graduates report earnings of $44,484 one year after graduation, $44,903 after five years, and $52,279 after ten years.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$44k

1 YEAR

$45k

5 YEARS

$52k

10 YEARS

Top 53% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Louisiana Tech University alumni earn a median salary of $44,484. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $44,903. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $52,279. The median debt for graduates is $22,135.

Louisiana Tech University has an 84% retention rate and a 58.8% graduation rate. The university has an acceptance rate of 72.6% and a total student population of 7,819. The in-state tuition is $10,125, and 28.7% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Ruston, Louisiana

Ruston, LA 71272

Louisiana Tech University is located in Ruston, Louisiana. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Louisiana Tech University has an acceptance rate of 72.6%.