School Overview
Founded in 1948, Nicholls State University is located on 287-acres, in rural-south Louisiana, deep in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, near Thibodaux, Louisiana. With just over 6,500 students, this intimate university offers student-focused learning and research opportunities that are geared towards individual needs. The school is home to over 1,000 “non-traditional” students, who are degree-seeking undergraduates over the age of 25. This includes a number of military veterans and other students in unique situations. It is also home to the Louisiana Center for Dyslexia and Related Learning Disorders, providing services to students who have learning disabilities.
The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and awards associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees. The most popular bachelor’s programs at the school include nursing, teacher education, biology, and interdisciplinary studies. Culinary arts is also a popular program at the school.
The school boasts an excellent student-to-faculty ratio, at 22:1, making it a great learning environment for those who thrive with extra attention. Like many other schools of its kind, Nicholls State University has a growing number of online programs available to its students, including bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
Nicholls hosts a number of unique festivals and celebrations for its students. Since 1974, the school has given away over 170,000 pounds of crawfish for its annual Crawfish Day. It also hosts an award-winning Louisiana Swamp Stomp Festival, attracting thousands of visitors from across the country each year.
Athletics
Nicholls State maintains 14 NCAA Division 1 sports teams for its students, six for men and 8 for women. These sports include basketball, softball, football, track and field, as well as volleyball.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Nicholls State is an extremely affordable university that offers a number of financial aid and scholarship opportunities. The tuition per semester for the school is $3,600 a year for Louisiana State residents, and $8,345 a year for out-of-state residents. Over 60% of the student body participates in Louisiana’s TOPS program, which offers full tuition payment for Louisiana residents who achieved high scores on the ACT and maintained a high GPA during high school.
Rankings
In 2012, for the second consecutive year, US News and World Report ranked Nicholls State University 50th among regional universities in the Southern United states. Among public universities, it was ranked number 3 in the state of Louisiana. Among all southern regional universities, both public and private, the school was ranked 95th.
Student Housing
There are a variety of options for Nicholls students who would like to live on-campus. Seven on-campus halls encourage a vibrant student life and offer opportunities for students to focus on their academic pursuits and build relationships with their classmates. All of the housing options are co-ed, and most include suite style accommodations. One building for upperclassmen, the Brady Complex Apartments, offers apartment style living that includes full kitchen areas.
General Information
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Admission Office PO Box 2004-NSU Thibodaux, LA 70310 (985) 448-4507 (877) 642-4655 Fax: (985) 448-4929 [email protected] Contact: Becky Durocher Director of Admissions |
Main Address PO Box 2009 Thibodaux, LA 70310 (985) 446-8111 |
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Size Total undergrads: 6,299 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 1,263 Degree-seeking undergrads: 6,246 Graduate enrollment: 621 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $20 Out-of-state application fee: $30 Online application fee: $20 |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 82% Percent students who return sophomore year: 65% |
College Majors
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Agriculture & Related Sciences Agricultural Business B Arts, Visual & Performing Art – General B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Biology B Business, Management, & Marketing Accounting B Communications & Journalism Mass Communications/Media Studies B Computer & Information Sciences Computer Science B Education Art Teacher Education B Engineering Technologies Mechanical Engineering Technology B English Language & Literature English Language & Literature – General B Family & Consumer Sciences Child Care Management A Foreign Language & Literature French B Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Health Services – General B History History – General B Law & Legal Studies Paralegal/Legal Assistant A Liberal Arts & Sciences General Studies A,B Mathematics Mathematics – General B Personal & Culinary Services Culinary Arts/Chef Training A,B Physical Sciences Chemistry B Psychology Psychology – General B Security & Protective Services Police Science A Social Sciences Political Science/Government B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
Nicholls State University Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (877) 642-4655 |
| Website: | www.nicholls.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Public |
| Apply Online: | www.nicholls.edu/apply/ |
| Address: | University Station La Hwy 1, Thibodaux, LA 70310 |
| Setting: | City: Small |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 6,491 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 46% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 20 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 3,103 (48% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Associates, Bachelor's, Master's |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $7,898 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $8,991 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 96% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $8,463 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Nicholls State University Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Nicholls State University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
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| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 1 | 1 | |||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 1 | 5 | 1 | ||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 1 | ||||
| Education | 5 | 5 | 7 | ||
| Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields | 1 | 2 | |||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | ||||
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | 1 | 1 | |||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 1 | 5 | 1 | ||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 1 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | ||||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | 1 | |||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | ||||
| Personal and Culinary Services | 1 | 1 | |||
| Physical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Social Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 2 | ||||
| Grand total | 8 | 4 | 32 | 12 |
* Based on programs that produced 2019-2020 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Nicholls State University and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
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| In-state | $7,898 |
| Out-of-state | $8,991 |
| Books and supplies | $1,300 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
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| In-state | $8,048 |
| Out-of-state | $9,141 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2018-2019
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 1,236 | 96% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 1,175 | 91% | $8,463 |
| Student loan aid | 635 | 49% | $5,321 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
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| Grant or scholarship aid | 4,476 | 76% | $7,198 |
| Federal student loans | 2,925 | 50% | $6,361 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Nicholls State University. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled Nicholls State University students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2020
| Total | Male | Female | |
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| Number of applicants | 2,815 | 1,853 | 962 | Percent admitted | 100% | 89% | 86% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 44% | 23% | 85% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
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| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
| Admission test scores | |||
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Nicholls State University Enrollment, Fall 2020
| Total Enrollment | 6,491 |
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| Undergraduate enrollment | 5,906 |
| Graduate enrollment | 585 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Nicholls State University Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
Specialized institution accreditations:
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Dietetics (DIETI) - Dietetic Internship
- Dietetics (DIETI) - Dietetic Internship
- Dietetics (DIETI) - Dietetic Internship
- Dietetics (DIETI) - Dietetic Internship
- Didactic Program in Dietetics
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
- Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs
- Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels
- National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
- Art and Design (ART) - Degree-granting schools and departments and non-degree-granting programs
- National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
- Music (MUS) - Institutions and units within institutions offering degree-granting and/or non-degree-granting programs
- National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
- Teacher Education (TED) - Baccalaureate and graduate programs for the preparation of teachers and other professional personnel for elementary and secondary schools
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