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Louisiana Tech University
Ruston,
LA
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate66%
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About LA Tech
At Louisiana Tech, you are making a great choice no matter what program you choose. While every program may not be the first in the country, we set the standard for dedicated, caring and innovative faculty. Louisiana Tech’s entire community is invested in the success of the University and the individuals that call this place home. In fact, we’ve made it our jobs to be successful and with over 125 years of experience, we’re pretty good at it. From the President to our live mascot, Tech XXII, everyone at Louisiana Tech will welcome you into the fold because, at Louisiana Tech, you belong.
Louisiana Tech University is a public, state university in the town of Ruston, Louisiana. LA Tech was founded in 1894. The university enrolls around 11,037 students per year, including 10,066 undergraduate students.
LA Tech Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into LA Tech. Around 66% of applicants get into LA Tech each year. In 2022, 5,085 out of 7,724 total applicants were accepted.
| Louisiana Tech University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 66% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 8% |
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Louisiana Tech University is located in Ruston, Louisiana,.
If you want to see LA Tech for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 20 to Ruston, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Monroe Regional.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Louisiana Tech University and Ruston are like without leaving home.
College Info
LA Tech Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Not available
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to LA Tech is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
LA Tech SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1100 - 1260
Math SAT Range
540 - 650
Reading SAT Range
530 - 630
LA Tech Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$21,418
In State$28,784
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$7,190
$14,556
Fees
$3,488
$3,488
Housing
$9,210
$9,210
Books
$1,530
$1,530
Student Life
Wondering what life at LA Tech is like? There are approximately 11,037 students enrolled at LA Tech, including 10,066 undergraduate students and 971 graduate students. 76% percent of students attend school full-time, 89% percent are from LA and 11% percent of students are from other states.
76%
Full Time24%
Part Time89%
In State11%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
11,037
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
66%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Unknown
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