University of New Orleans

New Orleans, LA · Public · 4,638 undergraduates

University of New Orleans admitted 74% of applicants. Students who submitted scores typically had 935–1241 on the SAT. Its average net price after aid for in-state students was $7,761 a year. Within six years, 38% of first-time, full-time students graduated.

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Admissions

Admission rate
74%
SAT/ACT scores
Considered if submitted
SAT middle 50%
935–1241
ACT middle 50%
17–23

Cost

In-state cost of attendance, before aid
$17,816 a year
Average in-state net price after aid
$7,761 a year
In-state net price for families earning under $30,000
$7,301 a year
In-state tuition and fees
$9,472 a year
Out-of-state tuition and fees
$14,308 a year

Outcomes

Graduation rate (within 6 years)
38%
Students who return for a second year
67%
Median earnings 10 years after starting
$53,518 a year
Median debt at graduation
$19,018

Students

Undergraduates
4,638
Undergraduates with a Pell Grant
50%
Student-faculty ratio
19 to 1
Campus setting
City

Most common fields of study

Share of the degrees the college awarded, by field.

Business, management and marketing
25%
Engineering
15%
Biological and biomedical sciences
9%
Psychology
8%
Multi/interdisciplinary studies
8%

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent institution-level data (October 2026 release). Admission figures are reported by the college; check its website for current requirements.