University of Louisiana at Monroe
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Louisiana at Monroe
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Louisiana at Monroe is a medium-sized public university located on an urban campus in Monroe, Louisiana. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,550, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 75%. The university offers 41 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 51%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $5,788, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $17,888.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresRequired to be considered for admission
High school transcriptNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school rankRequired to be considered for admission
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile19-24
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1050-1350
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
9k
Students enrolled
45%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
59%
Unknown
6%
Black
23%
Hispanic
3%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
41% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
37
Total Online Enrollment
3,720
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.45% online, 55% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
64% On-campus
36% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's39% online
Graduate Certificate9% online
Master's71% online
Doctorate25% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $5,788 | $17,888 |
| Graduate | $6,490 | $18,590 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,300 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,182 |
| On-campus other expenses | $5,976 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,337 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,976 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $5,976 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $23,246 | $35,346 |
| Off-campus without family | $24,401 | $36,501 |
| Off-campus with family | $13,064 | $25,164 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
41%
State Grant Aid
72%
Institution Grant Aid
86%
Pell Grant
41%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$22k
Average student debtafter graduation
$38k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Beach Volleyball
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 16 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Psychology. | |||
| 18 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 19 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Transportation And Materials Moving. | |||
| 21 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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