So, you’re thinking about applying to Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (better known as “Louisiana State University”), and you’re curious about your chances of admission. Well, we’re here to help! Of course, there are a lot of factors in the admissions process, and it’s impossible to accurately predict whether you’ll be admitted or not. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores. So, using those as a measure, we can give you an estimate of your chances.

With an acceptance rate of 77%, admission to Louisiana State is mildly competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the very top of your class and have an SAT score of close to 1200, or an ACT score of around 26.

Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and You’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at Louisiana State admission statistics.

Louisiana State Admissions Statistics

Louisiana State’s acceptance rate in 2017 was 77%. For students applying to the class of 2021, out of 17,429 applicants, Louisiana State admitted about 13,480. The average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.43, the average ACT score was 26, and the average SAT score was 1210.

For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 23, and the 75th percentile score was 28.

For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1100. The 75th percentile score was 1320.

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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements. Still, at the 25th percentile, your chances of getting in are in the low single digits.

Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

As we said, admission to Louisiana State is very competitive. Even if Louisiana State is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.

Generally, you should have at least three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores), three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores) and three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores) on your list.

OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at Louisiana State’s admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.

Louisiana State Application Requirements

To apply to Louisiana State, you’ll need to fill out the LSU App or the Common App, submit an ACT or SAT score, pay the $50 application fee, and submit your high school transcript. Everything should be submitted by August 1st.

Here’s a full list of application requirements:

• Fill out the LSU App or the Common App
• Submit an ACT score or SAT score
• Pay the $50 application fee
• Submit your high school transcript

The application deadline is August 1st. Notifications are released October 1st. May 1 is the reply date for admitted students.

Have you been admitted to Louisiana State? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.

Louisiana State Admitted Students Profile

If you matriculate at Louisiana State, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.

Here are some interesting facts about the recently admitted class:

• Roughly 48% are male and 52% are female
• 1.7% of students are international

Louisiana State has a diverse class, as well, with a large number of people of color. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:

• International: 1.7%
• Underrepresented minority: 0.5%
• Two or more races: 2.1%
• White: 73.9%

What do these admitted students plan to study? Louisiana State offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:

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• Marketing
• Communication
• Journalism

Now, how are you going to pay for this?

Louisiana State Tuition Figures

At $28,934, Louisiana State’s cost of attendance is astronomical. But, don’t panic! Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $11,020.

Here’s a fuller look at Louisiana State tuition and financial aid in 2017:

• Total budget: $28,934
• Average financial aid package: $11,020
• The average student debt of a Louisiana State graduate is $24,699

Now, what is life like at Louisiana State? Let’s take a look.

Louisiana State Location

The main campus is located just south of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Much of the architectural style of the main campus is steeped in the Italian Renaissance, with a concerted effort by architects over the years to mirror it.

Remember, you’re going to Louisiana State for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.

Louisiana State Academics

Louisiana State has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:

• Agricultural Business and Management
• Business Administration and Management
• Computer Engineering
• Early Childhood Education and Teaching
• Fashion Merchandising
• Geography
• Industrial Engineering
• Management Science
• Mathematics
• Nutrition Sciences
• Petroleum Engineering
• Plant Sciences
• Political Science and Government
• Sociology
• Sport and Fitness Administration
• Mechanical Engineering

Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at Louisiana State.

Student Life at Louisiana State

Louisiana State has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and politics interests, and various media and publications.

Here’s a sampling of Louisiana State’s student activities:

• Agribusiness Club
• BioGrads
• Bad Movie Club of LSU
• Black Artist Initiative
• Classic Cinema Club
• EsportsLSU
• Free Verse
• Karate Club
• Legacy Dancers
• Painter’s League
• Bilingual Bengals
• Capoeira Baton Rouge
• Food Science Club
• Justice Together LSU
• Kryptonite Flash Mob
• Philosophy Salon
• Plant-Based Society

Are you an athlete? Louisiana State’s got plenty of options for you.

Louisiana State Athletics

Louisiana State offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. So, if you’re not up to varsity level, remember there are plenty of club and intramural sports to try out for, too.

Louisiana State’s sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Football
• Cross-Country
• Swimming & Diving
• Golf
• Tennis

Who might you become with a Louisiana State degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:

Notable Alums

Louisiana State has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.

Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:

• US Vice President Hubert Humphrey
• Political pundit James Carville
• NBA player Shaquille O’Neal
• Politician Donna Brazile
• Screenwriter Nic Pizzolatto
• Composer Bill Conti
• CNN anchor Don Lemon
• Film critic Rex Reed

And this is only a partial list!

Remember!

Don’t despair if you get a no. If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are. If you work hard, you’ll end up at a school that’s right for you, and still get a great education.

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