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Campus & Student Life at Nicholls State University

Home to about 6,134 undergraduates in 2020, Nicholls State University is a public university located in Thibodaux, Louisiana. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Nicholls State University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Nicholls State University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Nicholls State University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.

Nicholls State University Has a Disability Services Site

Individuals with disabilities make up 4.0% of the student population at Nicholls State University. For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Nicholls State University Disability Services.

Nicholls State University for the Military

While not a "service academy", Nicholls State University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. There is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Nicholls State University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Nicholls State University for Veterans Guide.

Freshmen Living Arrangements at Nicholls State University

Nicholls State University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.

Freshmen Living Arrangements at Nicholls State University

* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.

Full-time vs. Part-time Studies at Nicholls State University

There were 6,134 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 4,968 (81.0%). Part-time attendance was 1,166 (19.0%).

Full-timePart-timeTotal
4,9681,1666,134

Nicholls State University is Ranked #1,948 for Overall Diversity

Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Nicholls State University is about average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Nicholls State University #1948 out of 3,451.

The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.

Overall Diversity at Nicholls State University

You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Nicholls State University by looking closer at the ethnic,  genderage, and geographic diversity metrics from the Nicholls State University Diversity Guide.

Nicholls State University Competes in the NCAA

Nicholls State University has a total of 356 student athletes, 198 men and 158 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.

Athletics Financing

Total Revenue (all teams)$7,367,989
Total Expenses (all teams)$7,323,983
Net$44,006

For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Nicholls State University Athletics

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