Description
The Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, offers exceptional undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees at one of nation’s top independent research universities.
The university is committed to helping New Orleans, the state and the nation. Student involvement is a big part of the education at Tulane, with many students gaining real-world experience as they participate in community outreach initiatives in one of the largest urban renewal projects undertaken in the country.
It’s easy to become involved in college life. More than 200 student clubs and organizations with academic, personal, political and recreational interests are available, not to mention a wide range of activities from fitness to the performing arts. Many guest speakers and performers stop by the university, exposing students to many cultural, professional and educational opportunities outside of the classroom.
Academics include a wide variety of undergraduate degrees in the liberal arts and sciences. Students also have the opportunity to minor in Louisiana Studies. Graduate programs are offered in Architecture, Business, Science and Engineering and more.
Admissions require students to submit a Universal College Application or Tulane University application. The school is highly selective and considers extracurricular involvement and academic achievement. Applications are available on the university’s website.
Institutional scholarships are awarded based on need and merit. To be considered for financial aid through SEO grants and Pell grants, students must file a FAFSA.
Quick Facts about Tulane University
Location
Southeast
Setting
Large City Setting
Type
Private
Size
Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot
Green Wave
Nickname
TU
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
Selectivity
Most Selective
In-State Tuition
$43,434
Out-of-State Tuition
$43,434
Retention Rate
91%
Enrollment
11,511
Year Established
1834
Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 6,692
- Freshman Class
- 1,625
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 11,511
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 58%
- Graduate
- 42%
Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students
- Full-Time
- 100%
- Part-Time
- 0%
Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State
- In-State
- 14%
- Out-of-State
- 86%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 58%
- Men
- 42%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 9%
- Asian
- 4%
- Caucasian
- 71%
- Latino
- 4%
- Other
- 12%
Students State Origin
- Louisiana
- 14%
- New York
- 9%
- Texas
- 6%
- California
- 5%
- Illinois
- 5%
- Other
- 61%
International Students
- International
- 7%
- Domestic
- 93%
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