Tulane University of Louisiana Acceptance Rate & Tuition
Tulane University of Louisiana is a selective private research university in New Orleans, Louisiana, serving roughly 7,767 students. Admission is selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 13.98% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $63,268 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $68,678
- 2024 Average Net Price: $39,949 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 13.98% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 7,767 94.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 86.14%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 18.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 3.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 68.7%
- Average SAT Score: 1448
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 10,063
- Applicants (IPEDS): 27,936
- Room & Board: $18,868 annual estimate
Tulane University of Louisiana: what the data shows
Common questions about Tulane University of Louisiana, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Tulane University of Louisiana?
Tulane University of Louisiana is located in New Orleans, LA (ZIP 70118-5698).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Tulane University of Louisiana public or private?
Tulane University of Louisiana is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Tulane University of Louisiana cost?
Published tuition: $68,678.
Average net price after aid: $39,949.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,126 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $18,041 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,149 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $28,207 |
| $110,001+ | $56,667 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $274,712.
How hard is it to get into Tulane University of Louisiana?
Admission rate: 13.98%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1448 and midpoint ACT 32.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Tulane University of Louisiana?
Total enrollment: 7,767 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 10,063 students.
Graduate enrollment: 5,118 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Tulane University of Louisiana?
150%-time completion rate: 86.14%.
First-year retention: 92.5%.
What do graduates of Tulane University of Louisiana earn?
Median earnings: $50,220 six years after entry; $63,268 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,500.
9.76% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Tulane University of Louisiana known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Finance, General (374 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other (251 completions)
- Research and Experimental Psychology, Other (221 completions)
- Law (219 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (209 completions)
- Social Work (185 completions)
- Medicine (178 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (156 completions)
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric (129 completions)
- Neuroscience (127 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Tulane University of Louisiana a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 13.98%; completion rate 86.14%; median earnings $63,268 at 10 years; net price $39,949. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$68,678
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Tulane University of Louisiana was $68,678.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$39,949
2024 Value
In 2024 Tulane University of Louisiana had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $39,949.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$159,796 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$39,949 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$274,712 4-Year Tuition
$18,868 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,400 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$88,946 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$355,784 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Tulane University of Louisiana.
Financial Aid by Income Level
9.76% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
20.90% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Tulane University of Louisiana was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Tulane University of Louisiana in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $46,930 | $46,930 | $32,220 |
| 2014 | $48,305 | $48,305 | $34,740 |
| 2015 | $49,638 | $49,638 | $32,475 |
| 2016 | $51,010 | $51,010 | $32,946 |
| 2017 | $52,960 | $52,960 | $34,238 |
| 2018 | $54,820 | $54,820 | $35,132 |
| 2019 | $56,800 | $56,800 | $37,841 |
| 2020 | $58,852 | $58,852 | $39,749 |
| 2021 | $60,814 | $60,814 | $42,217 |
| 2022 | $62,844 | $62,844 | $45,582 |
| 2023 | $65,538 | $65,538 | $43,939 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
13.98% Acceptance Rate
27,936 Total Applicants
4,077 Students Admitted
1,867 First-Time Students Enrolled
45.79% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is highly selective, accepting fewer than 3 in 10 applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1448
ACT Average: 32
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.7 - 3.9
Estimated Median GPA: 3.85
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Tulane University of Louisiana reported total enrollment of about 7,767 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (64.3%), Hispanic or Latino (11.2%), and Black or African American (7.3%). About 9.76% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 18.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Tulane University of Louisiana in 2024 is 7,767 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 10,063 students. Graduate enrollment is about 5,118 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
92.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 64.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
78.74% 100% Completion Time
86.14% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 78.74% of students graduating from Tulane University of Louisiana completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Finance, General: 66% male / 34% female
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other: 16% male / 84% female
- Research and Experimental Psychology, Other: 20% male / 80% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Tulane University of Louisiana.
Return on Investment
$20,500 Median Student Debt
$63,268 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
32.40% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
295.93% Return on Investment
3.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Tulane University of Louisiana.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 125 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Finance, General: 374 completions
2. Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other: 251 completions
3. Research and Experimental Psychology, Other: 221 completions
4. Law: 219 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 209 completions
6. Social Work: 185 completions
7. Medicine: 178 completions
8. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 156 completions
9. Speech Communication and Rhetoric: 129 completions
Most popular programs at Tulane University of Louisiana.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Tulane University of Louisiana graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Tulane University of Louisiana from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 68.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $13,243
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $37,362
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Tulane University of Louisiana is a private non-profit institution located in New Orleans, LA, classified as Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Finance, General, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other. Enrollment is approximately 7,767 students. Student body composition includes White (64.3%), Hispanic or Latino (11.2%), Black or African American (7.3%). It is highly selective, with an admission rate of 13.98%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1448. The 150%-time completion rate is 86.14%. Approximately 9.76% of students receive Pell Grants. About 18.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Location
New Orleans, LA 70118-5698
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 86.14% graduation rate, Tulane University of Louisiana demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 125 distinct degree programs, Tulane University of Louisiana provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tulane University of Louisiana located?
Tulane University of Louisiana is located in New Orleans, LA.
What is Tulane University of Louisiana's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Tulane University of Louisiana is 14.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 27,936 applicants and 4,077 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Tulane University of Louisiana cost?
Reported tuition is $68,678 and average net price is $39,949 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $18,868 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Tulane University of Louisiana?
Tulane University of Louisiana reports undergraduate enrollment of about 10,063 students, White (64.3%), Hispanic or Latino (11.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Tulane University of Louisiana?
About 18.0% of students at Tulane University of Louisiana are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Tulane University of Louisiana?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Tulane University of Louisiana reports midpoint SAT about 1448 and midpoint ACT about 32.
What do graduates of Tulane University of Louisiana earn?
Median earnings are $50,220 six years after entry and $63,268 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Tulane University of Louisiana?
The 150%-time completion rate is 86.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Tulane University of Louisiana students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,500.
Is Tulane University of Louisiana public or private?
Tulane University of Louisiana is a private nonprofit institution located in New Orleans, LA.
Is Tulane University of Louisiana an HBCU?
No. Tulane University of Louisiana is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Tulane University of Louisiana a tribal college?
No. Tulane University of Louisiana is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Louisiana college costs
- Louisiana colleges by ROI
- New Orleans, Louisiana city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Louisiana
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.