About Nicholls State University

Founded in 1948, Nicholls State University. is a Public college. Located in Louisiana, which is a city setting in Louisiana, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 5,636 full time undergraduate students, and 619 full time graduate students.

The Nicholls State University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 20:1. There are 240 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Nicholls State University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate82%
Application Deadline
Application Fee20
SAT Range945-1134
ACT Range20-24

Admissions at are considered Less Selective, with ,21% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 42 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

73% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 43% were in the top quarter, and 17% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Nicholls State University.

7%
“We”re apathetic”
18%
“We know about current events and vote”
75%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
7%
“We save it for the classroom”
15%
“Sometimes, but not often”
48%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
30%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
26%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
74%
“I feel extremely safe”
4%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
14%
“We bought the gear”
82%
“We live for the big game”
4%
“It”s not really our thing”
11%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
70%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
15%
“We”re a very artistic group”
18%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
32%
“They”re always available”
7%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
11%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
79%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
4%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
11%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
32%
“We only party on weekends”
7%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
37%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
44%
“There might be people who do”
19%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
7%
“We”re apathetic”
18%
“We know about current events and vote”
75%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
7%
“We save it for the classroom”
15%
“Sometimes, but not often”
48%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
30%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
26%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
74%
“I feel extremely safe”
4%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
14%
“We bought the gear”
82%
“We live for the big game”
4%
“It”s not really our thing”
11%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
70%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
15%
“We”re a very artistic group”
18%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
32%
“They”re always available”
7%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
11%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
79%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
4%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
11%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
32%
“We only party on weekends”
7%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
37%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
44%
“There might be people who do”
19%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    46 Students rated on-campus housing 4 stars. 28 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    31 Students rated off-campus housing 3.8 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    52 Students rated campus food 3.9 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    54 Students rated campus facilities 4.3 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    54 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 63 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    54 Students rated school activities 4.1 stars. 39 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    54 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 46 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    54 Students rated academics 4.4 stars. 56 % gave the school a 5.0.

Nicholls State University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Nicholls State University?

37 Students rated Nicholls State University

Aquila - 03/20/2024

My opinion on Nicholls State University is to only go if you are okay with a small school everybody knows each other and everybody knows your business the staff only honestly don’t 100% care about your safety it’s like a 75% thing for them and it’s kind of in the middle of nowhere other than that it’s fine.

Gavyn - 12/26/2023

Nicholls State University is a small campus with close knit people. Your professors genuinely care about your education, and there are plenty of opportunities to get with your professors for help. Their ultimate goal is to help you thrive and become successful, productive members of society.

Brooke Lyn - 06/06/2020

Nicholls State University welcomed me with open arms when I visited the campus. No matter what my question was, they were sure to answer it. The tour was in detail, and they made sure oncoming freshman felt welcomed and safe on campus. The food is amazing, too. I cannot wait to attend Nicholls!

Caleb - 01/30/2020

Great university with great professors! The administration is the best I’ve ever experienced! Small school with lots of activities! Great cafeteria and food! On campus housing is amazing and it gets better every year! They spend money on this school!

Nicholls State University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Nicholls State University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Nicholls State University is 82%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Take the time to learn to study. It's not possible to pass college classes by just showing up and paying attention.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    In my classes at Nicholls, all my students are nice and are willing to help whenever you need it.

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  4. What's unique about your campus?

    How much the staff cares about the students. It's important in helping us as students succeed.

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  5. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about Nicholls State University is that is is mostly a commuter school. Nicholls does have multiple residence halls, but in the small town of thibodaux with many other small surrounding towns, many students live at home. With a school that is mostly commuters, there are always a low attendances at evening events held on campus. This is the worst thing I could think about.

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  6. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Nicholls State University is an amazing and unique college. Due to its relatively small size students can bond with teachers, and not just be a number in a classroom. Whereas at some other colleges classroom consist of large numbers and you go unrecognized. The campus is also relatively small and has beautiful landscaping . The Campus Union provides great entertainment along with food and snack options if a student does not wish to go eat in the cafeteria. Nicholls is a wonderful college and has many wonderful benefits to offer students that wish to attend.

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  7. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Before I came to Nicholls State University, I wish I would have known more about all the various opportunities available for me. I knew of a few clubs that I could be a part of, but I discovered so many during the first weeks of school that I had never heard of. I was especially interested in nursing/allied health groups because I am majoring in nursing. I only wish that I would have known about these groups before the semester started so that I could be a part of them.

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  8. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    My school would be considered not large at all but not small either, but we do have alot of people who are eager to help you to succeed in your major and want to see you graduate.

    Read all 7 answers

  9. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    When I lived in the dormitories on campus, one night the fire alarm went off for no reason at 5 a.m., and that is the most frustrating experience I've had at my school.

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  10. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I will brag about how small the school is. Also, I will brag about the ample opportunities for tutoring. Also, I will brag about the administrators at the school becasue they geniunely care for the students and are willing to help a student.

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  11. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A student that is concerned about their academics, more so than just going out and partying.

    Read all 3 answers

  12. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    The English Department. Nicholls' English Department is renowned for it's difficulty.

    Read all 2 answers

  13. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    If I was to say what kind of person should not attend this school I would definitely have to say someone who is not serious about their future. I've seen too many students on this campus who have flunked out of school because they never went to class and never studied.

    Read all 1 answers

Student Body

Students

64%

female

36%

male

5,636

Total Undergrad Enrollment

619

Total Grad Students

3%

Out-Of-State

96%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

69

Student Organizations

9

Fraternities

7

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

23%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
2%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
21%
% Hispanic/Latino
4%
% White or Caucasian
66%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

95% of students attending Nicholls State University receive some sort of financial aid. 40% were awarded federal grants. While 53% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$18,572

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,220

Books and Supplies

$9,276

Room and Board

29,068

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$8,737
$30 - $48K
$9,322
$48 - $75K
$12,027
$75 - $110K
$13,793
$110K & UP
$14,508

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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