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Loyola University New Orleans

New Orleans, LA·Private nonprofit·2,999 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. generous financial aid cuts net price well below sticker.

88%
Accept
2,999
Students
$22,762
Net Price
67%
Grad Rate
$52,300
Earnings
10 yr
$18,500
Debt

About This School

Loyola University New Orleans is a private nonprofit institution located in New Orleans, Louisiana with approximately 2,999 undergraduate students enrolled. Loyola University New Orleans has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 88%. The average net price after financial aid is $22,762 per year. The graduation rate is 67%, and the typical graduate earns $52,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

Loyola University New Orleans is a private Jesuit university in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. Originally established as Loyola College in 1904, the institution was chartered as a university in 1912. It bears the name of the Jesuit founder, Saint Ignatius of Loyola, and is a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 67% graduation rate and 77% freshman retention suggest a meaningful portion of students don't finish, which is worth asking about directly. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a reasonable $18,500, and the New Orleans location offers a genuinely distinctive cultural and professional environment, particularly for students interested in music, law, or business. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small Jesuit community and have a clear plan to stay on track — but go in with eyes open about the retention trends.

Founded
1904
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Visual & Performing Arts21%
Business & Marketing18%
Social Sciences14%
Psychology13%
Biological Sciences8%
Communications8%
English4%
Computer Science3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

G-EazyDavid DraimanJeff LandryJoseph CaoEllis Marsalis Jr.Manuel EsquivelRobert WilkieFred CraneEarl LongSean O'KeefeShalanda YoungRichard W. Leche

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$47,240
Out-of-State Tuition
$47,240
Avg Net Price
$22,762
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants37%
Median debt at graduation$18,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
67%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
77%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$18,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$18,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$36,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.8x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White45%
Black20%
Hispanic/Latino21%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,999 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Loyola University New Orleans

6363 Saint Charles Ave

New Orleans, LA 70118-6143

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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