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Tulane University of Louisiana

New Orleans, LA·Private nonprofit·7,759 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for high-achieving applicants seeking a top-tier program and students focused on high earning potential. no major red flags in the data. graduates earn a median of $86,300 within 10 years; strong 89% graduation rate.

15%
Accept
7,759
Students
$43,939
Net Price
89%
Grad Rate
$86,300
Earnings
10 yr
$19,250
Debt

About This School

Tulane University of Louisiana is a private nonprofit institution located in New Orleans, Louisiana with approximately 7,759 undergraduate students enrolled. Admissions are highly selective, with an acceptance rate of 15%. The average net price after financial aid is $43,939 per year. The graduation rate is 89%, and the typical graduate earns $86,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

The Tulane University of Louisiana is a private research university in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. Founded as the Medical College of Louisiana in 1834 by a cohort of medical doctors, it became a comprehensive public university as the University of Louisiana in 1847. The institution became private under the endowments of Paul Tulane and Josephine Louise Newcomb in 1884 and 1887. The Tulane University School of Law and the Tulane University School of Medicine are, respectively, the 12th oldest law school and 15th oldest medical school in the United States.

This is a strong option for students drawn to a vibrant urban campus with serious academic credentials — a 15% acceptance rate signals genuine selectivity, and the 89% graduation rate and $86,300 median earnings a decade out suggest students leave well-prepared. The concern worth flagging is the $43,939 average net price after aid, which is steep even for a private school, so run the numbers carefully before committing. If New Orleans as a living-and-learning environment excites you and the financials work, this one's worth a close look.

Founded
1834
Setting
Large city
Conference
Southeastern Conference

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing28%
Social Sciences15%
Biological Sciences11%
Health Professions9%
Psychology8%
Communications7%
Visual & Performing Arts3%
Engineering3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Paul MorphyNewt GingrichLuis Guillermo SolísJohn Kennedy TooleHuey LongDouglas G. HurleyLauren HuttonJosé Raúl MulinoMichael Ellis DeBakeyAshley BidenDavid FiloShannon Lee

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1443
Reading 75th %ile750
Math 75th %ile760

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite32

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$65,538
Out-of-State Tuition
$65,538
Avg Net Price
$43,939
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants9%
Median debt at graduation$19,250

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
89%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
94%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$86,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,250
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$48,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$86,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.5x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

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

Student Body

White65%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino11%
Asian6%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (7,759 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Tulane University of Louisiana

6823 St. Charles Avenue

New Orleans, LA 70118-5698

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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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