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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
New Orleans, LA

Tulane University of Louisiana

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in LA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$65,538

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

14.6%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

88.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$63,268

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Tulane University of Louisiana is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in New Orleans, LA. With a competitive tuition profile of $65,538, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 88.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing690 – 750
20025th–75th percentile800
Math700 – 760
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite31 – 33
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

14.6%

Transfer-Out Rate4.2%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$262,152

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

7.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$33,268

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$70,528

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$403,208

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Tulane University of Louisiana is $20,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.4%
38.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
64.7%
Hispanic
10.8%
Black
6.9%
Asian
5.8%
International
5.6%
Two or more
5.0%
Unknown
1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$65,538

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$20,957
$30k - $48k$22,974
$48k - $75k$26,839
$75k+$36,543

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$20,500
Pell Grant Recipients9.3%
Using Federal Loans20.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment70.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

94.4%

Success

88.2%

In-State Cost

$65,538

Age 25+ Students

4.4%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

1,129 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
New Orleans (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
New Orleans (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In New Orleans

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$986

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,149

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,362

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the New Orleans metropolitan area.