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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
- Founded
- 1860
- Programs indexed
- 324
- World ranking (directory)
- #1
Official website
www.lsu.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete★ Carnegie R1 Doctoral★ SEC Conference★ Top 1000 Global
Louisiana State University
The E. J. Ourso College of Business at Louisiana State University is the flagship business college of Louisiana, established in 1928. It is committed to delivering superior academic and professional learning experiences, with a focus on cutting-edge, innovative research. The college graduates more than 1,000 students annually, preparing them for lifetime success in the business world.
Last full enrichment: 8 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) #15 · 2026US News & World Report #64 · 2026Forbes #124 · 2026ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) #15 · 2025US News & World Report #64 · 2025Times Higher Education #601 · 2025
- Tuition (International): $25,584
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
- Application Fee: $50
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 1,942 acres
Louisiana State University offers a vibrant urban campus life with a strong academic focus and a diverse student body. The university's large community and internationally diverse environment contribute to its unique campus vibe.
AcademicInternationally DiverseLarge Community
6/10
Diversity
9/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$52,600 avg starting salary
Estimated outcomes score (heuristic): 5/10
Graduates from Louisiana State University can expect an average starting salary of $52,600, with a significant portion of students pursuing undergraduate degrees across various fields.
Popular fields
GeneralUndergraduate
Top Recruiters
ExxonMobilShellNASAChevronEntergy
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Student Life
26,000 students (4,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 1,942 acres
Location: Baton Rouge, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
With over 26,000 students, Louisiana State University provides a bustling student life in Baton Rouge, offering a mix of academic and social experiences.
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
Application fee: $50
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
The university has an acceptance rate of 45.5%, and the best time to apply is between December and March for the Fall semester, with rolling admissions varying by school.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Application fee: 50
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
