by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Louisiana State University worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Louisiana State University is ranked #1,737 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Louisiana, it ranks #30 of 47 for value.
Among the majors Louisiana State University offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Film/Video & Photographic Arts | #7 of 23 |
| Agricultural & Extension Education Services | #8 of 12 |
| General Petroleum Engineering | #12 of 17 |
| Petroleum Engineering | #12 of 17 |
| Engineering | #12 of 17 |
| Natural Resources Management & Policy | #14 of 27 |
| Agricultural Public Services | #15 of 21 |
| Agriculture | #15 of 21 |
| Landscape Architecture | #16 of 29 |
| Architecture / Urban Planning | #16 of 29 |
Read the full Louisiana State University value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is ranked #3 out of #50 in Louisiana for quality and #30 out of #47 for Louisiana value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Louisiana State University financial aid page to be sure.
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is ranked #1,737 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Louisiana State University costs about $22,264. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $89,054 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $34,714 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,151 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,264 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $89,054 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Louisiana State University net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Louisiana State University degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $138,856 | — | — |
| All Students | $89,054 | #1,737 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,604 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $138,856 | — | — |
| All Students | $89,054 | #30 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,604 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Louisiana State University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,035 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,014 |
| $48K–$75K | $21,261 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,140 |
| Over $110K | $26,244 |
About 80% of Louisiana State University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $13,378 per year. Get more details on the Louisiana State University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Louisiana State University cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.