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University of New Orleans
University of New Orleans says yes to 74.3% of applicants. Focus less on getting in and more on what's below — starting with the $47,872 median earnings.
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University of New Orleans sits in New Orleans proper — a public campus woven into the city rather than walled off from it.
Its highest-earning path is Computer Science, where graduates median $99,548 four years out. 39.1% of undergraduates carry Pell grants — a plain read on who the campus actually serves. With 4,638 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 66.8% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 960 and 1320 — above the LA middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on University of New Orleans's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
In the Fall 2023 cycle, University of New Orleans received 7,253 applications and admitted 4,843 (66.8%), with 845 enrolling.
University of New Orleans is test-optional: scores are considered when submitted but not required. The 960–1320 range below describes admitted students who chose to submit — typically University of New Orleans's stronger testers — so treat it as the higher end of what gets in.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 470 | 590 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 490 | 560 | 670 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 20 | 23 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
How University of New Orleans compares
| University of New Orleans | Louisiana median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 74.3% | 78.3% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $9,172 | $10,272 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $47,872 | $47,477 | $53,781 |
Earnings data favors University of New Orleans: $47,872 median at year ten, versus $47,477 across Louisiana institutions.
Cost, size & completion
In-state students pay $9,172 in tuition; crossing a state border raises that to $14,008. For non-residents, University of New Orleans's $14,008 is the number to weigh against private options before assuming public means cheaper.
At 4,638 undergrads, University of New Orleans is a mid-sized campus by U.S. standards.
Fewer than half of University of New Orleans students — 38% — finish within six years. That number should shape how much debt feels safe.
Top majors by earnings at University of New Orleans
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | $99,548 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $95,630 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $91,435 |
| Civil Engineering | $80,704 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $59,301 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $56,058 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $54,153 |
| Biology, General | $52,671 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $51,652 |
| Marketing | $51,474 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | $49,023 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | $48,987 |
| History | $46,315 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $40,424 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | $39,391 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $39,243 |
| Psychology, General | $37,747 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $28,807 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $26,737 |
Median earnings for these 19 University of New Orleans programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $47,872 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 16 additional University of New Orleans programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for University of New Orleans?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 960–1320 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 74.3% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is University of New Orleans's acceptance rate?
66.8% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 4,843 admitted from 7,253 applicants.
How much does University of New Orleans cost?
In-state tuition is $9,172; out-of-state students pay $14,008. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do University of New Orleans graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $47,872 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Louisiana
- University of Louisiana at Monroe — 84.8% admitted
- University of Holy Cross — 73.7% admitted
- McNeese State University — 78.3% admitted
- Louisiana Christian University — 77.2% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.