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University of Louisiana at Monroe

Q: How much does University of Louisiana at Monroe cost?

In-state tuition is $9,190 and out-of-state tuition is $21,290 per year.

Q: What do University of Louisiana at Monroe graduates earn?

The median earnings 5 years after graduation is $40,430 and 10 years after is $46,769.

Q: What percentage of students at University of Louisiana at Monroe take federal loans?

34.7% of students take out federal loans.

Q: What is the enrollment at University of Louisiana at Monroe?

University of Louisiana at Monroe has a total enrollment of 4,891 students (public institution). That is about 3× the national median of 1,556 students for U.S. degree-granting institutions.

Q: How much is out-of-state tuition at University of Louisiana at Monroe?

Out-of-state tuition at University of Louisiana at Monroe is $21,290 per year, compared with $9,190 for in-state students — a difference of $12,100. That is 20% below the national median of $26,585 for out-of-state tuition nationally.

Q: What SAT score do you need to get into University of Louisiana at Monroe?

Admitted students at University of Louisiana at Monroe typically score between 1160 and 1360 on the SAT (middle 50%), with an average composite score of 1116. Reading/writing range: 540–630; math range: 620–730.

Q: What ACT score do you need to get into University of Louisiana at Monroe?

The middle 50% of admitted students at University of Louisiana at Monroe score between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

Q: How do University of Louisiana at Monroe graduates' earnings compare to the national median?

Graduates of University of Louisiana at Monroe earn a median of $46,769 ten years after entry — 14% below the national median of $54,122 across 1,889 U.S. institutions in the College Scorecard. That is higher than 31% of ranked U.S. colleges.

Monroe, Louisiana · Public

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Avg Earnings (5yr)

$40,430

Acceptance Rate

75%

Graduation Rate

51%

Annual Tuition

$9,190

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Louisiana at Monroe earn a median of $46,769 ten years after entry — 14% below the national median. Acceptance rate 74.6%, average SAT score 1116, in-state tuition $9,190.

At a Glance

Total Students

4,891

Retention Rate

72%

Faculty Ratio

Financial Aid

35%

Median Debt

$21,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,116

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

540–630

SAT Math (middle 50%)

620–730

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

18–24

Institution Overview

The University of Louisiana at Monroe is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 74.6% and a student body of 4,891. The university's in-state tuition is $9,190. Approximately 34.7% of students receive financial aid. The graduation rate is 50.7%, and the retention rate is 72.3%.

Graduates report median earnings of $43,406 one year after graduation, $40,430 five years after graduation, and $46,769 ten years after graduation. The median debt for students is $21,500.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$43k

1 YEAR

$40k

5 YEARS

$47k

10 YEARS

Top 69% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Louisiana at Monroe alumni earn $43,406. Five years after graduation, earnings decrease to $40,430. Ten years after graduation, earnings increase to $46,769. The median debt for graduates is $21,500.

The university has a 74.6% acceptance rate and a 50.7% graduation rate. The retention rate is 72.3%. The in-state tuition is $9,190. A total of 34.7% of students receive financial aid.