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  1. Tulane University

    • 4 Year
    • NEW ORLEANS, LA
    • 1,574 reviews
    #1 Best Test Optional Colleges in Louisiana

    Alum: Great education in an amazing city. So many different courses of study available that you can explore anything of interest to you- and change your mind as you want! Great student organizations and support structure- if you need help it is out there to get it. You will never be bored in New Orleans and will always have something to go and do off campus. There are so many other universities in the area that it is easy to find new people if for some reason you need more than what Tulane offers you! There are sports, Greek life, academic student organizations and just for fun groups!...Read 1,574 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 13% Acceptance Rate
    • $40,783 Net Price
    • 1360-1520 SAT Range
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  2. Louisiana Tech University

    • 4 Year
    • RUSTON, LA
    • 1,032 reviews

    Junior: The best thing about Louisiana Tech University has been the relationships with the professors. They want to see you excel in your courses and do anything to help aid you in the right direction. LaTech makes you feel like you're at home. The president of the university keeps students informed and is one email or phone call away at all times, and makes time for everyone! During the past quarter, there was a death in my family. The president, my professors, and the dean of my college all reached out to me and made sure my family came over school. I recommend Louisiana Tech University to anyone who wants to go to college and make great relationships with not only other students, but professors, other staff members, and the helpful alumni...Read 1,032 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 64% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,261 Net Price
    • 1060-1260 SAT Range
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  3. Louisiana State University

    • 4 Year
    • BATON ROUGE, LA
    • 3,368 reviews
    #2 Best Test Optional Colleges in Louisiana

    Graduate Student: Great college! Only reason not giving 5 stars is related to issues due to the pandemic. Classes were 100% online. Instructors are well versed in their professions and encourage critical thinking of students. For the social work program many papers and presentations are expected. There were options to take specialty classes such as grief and geriatrics. The program is very well put together requiring a 3.0 GPA at all times. Graduation ceremonies can be confusing and not as organized as the program itself. Some of the instruction I found to be below the graduate level. The social work program at this college particularly tends to be liberal rather than conservative. Much of the material used is bias. The social work program at Louisiana State University is a small program with about 20 students per class. The college requires a full internship to be completed before graduation. The college atmosphere is busy. Parking for this college is poor and needs lots of restructuring...Read 3,368 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 75% Acceptance Rate
    • $18,143 Net Price
    • 1080-1310 SAT Range
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  4. Loyola University New Orleans

    • 4 Year
    • NEW ORLEANS, LA
    • 959 reviews
    #3 Best Test Optional Colleges in Louisiana

    Freshman: Being a freshman going into the college experience after the Coronavirus quarantine pandemic, I can say that while never knowing an actual college experience before Loyola, my university has done an amazing job providing a close knit community despite the restriction due to Covid-19. At Loyola University New Orleans, a student is really able to see what student involvement is truly like. Majority of school events are solely run by the Student Government Association and other student organizations so students don't really have to worry about not having there voices heard when it comes to school events...Read 959 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 75% Acceptance Rate
    • $24,494 Net Price
    • 1050-1260 SAT Range
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  5. University of Louisiana - Lafayette

    • 4 Year
    • LAFAYETTE, LA
    • 1,496 reviews
    #4 Best Test Optional Colleges in Louisiana

    Junior: UL has been a great experience so far. I love campus life as far as the housing, food, student life, organizations, and teaching methods used by professors. I feel strongly supported by my leaders and I have plenty of resources at reach. Being here at UL has changed me to become more active and more involved with my peers. I am heavily involved on campus and I aim constantly stepping out of my comfort zone. College has helped me to be more social and outgoing. This is definitely a great campus to be on. I am truly surrounded by a positive environment. What can be better is maybe the food options. I just wish there were more! But other than that all is well and I don’t regret the decision of attending UL...Read 1,496 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 68% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,184 Net Price
    • 1020-1270 SAT Range
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  6. University of New Orleans

    • 4 Year
    • NEW ORLEANS, LA
    • 734 reviews
    #5 Best Test Optional Colleges in Louisiana

    Alum: I couldn't have made a better decision than choosing UNO for my bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences. From my freshman year all the way through senior year, I was challenged in my coursework, inspired by my classmates, and guided by the wonderful faculty in the College of Science! There are opportunities for research and mentorship. I was accepted to medical school on my first try & feel extremely prepared from my classes taken at UNO. I couldn't recommend this school more especially given the awesome price compared to other schools in the area. If you put in the work at UNO, you will get the most out of all it has to offer...Read 734 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 56% Acceptance Rate
    • $10,780 Net Price
    • 1020-1240 SAT Range
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  7. Xavier University of Louisiana

    • 4 Year
    • NEW ORLEANS, LA
    • 1,197 reviews
    #6 Best Test Optional Colleges in Louisiana

    Sophomore: Overall Xavier has allowed me to expand my academic and social horizons, while simultaneously connecting me with like minded individuals. Xavier has taught me resilience and has continued to prepare me to leave college ready to conquer whatever comes my way!...Read 1,197 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 60% Acceptance Rate
    • $18,794 Net Price
    • 990-1160 SAT Range
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  8. Sowela Technical Community College

    • 2 Year
    • LAKE CHARLES, LA
    • 141 reviews

    Sophomore: Overall, SOWELA has been a great school to attend. The teachers and staff are extremely helpful and understanding. They really want to see you succeed. I would definitely recommend anyone looking to pursue higher education to give SOWELA a try!...Read 141 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $8,952 Net Price
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  9. Northwestern State University of Louisiana

    • 4 Year
    • NATCHITOCHES, LA
    • 1,028 reviews
    #7 Best Test Optional Colleges in Louisiana

    Senior: When I first applied to NSU, it honestly was a last minute decision because the university I wanted to attend didn't take any of my scholarships. I was hesitant when I first arrived because it was three hours away from home and felt like I wouldn't fit in. The moment I walked on campus I knew instantly this was the university for me! The atmosphere, the faculty, the close-knit community helped me fall right into having the best experience I needed to be in to learn and grow as a person. My biggest concern was being "lost" or "unseen" when transitioning from small, traditional classroom setting to large college classes, but that wasn't the case at all. All of the classes were no more than 100 students so you were still able to focus on the lesson and be able to communicate and ask questions to the professors and be able to get a question in real time. Natchoitches is always a small town, but big in hospitality and home values. I highly recommend considering NSU as a college choice!...Read 1,028 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 82% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,336 Net Price
    • 1010-1210 SAT Range
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  12. University of Louisiana - Monroe

    • 4 Year
    • MONROE, LA
    • 708 reviews
    #8 Best Test Optional Colleges in Louisiana

    Freshman: I absolutely love ULM! The campus and faculty provide such a family-friendly environment that makes this adjustment so much easier! I can tell the teachers really look out for us as students and want the best for us. I am so ecstatic that I chose ULM for its Pre-Pharmacy program, but now I see that it is a home. Go Warhawks!...Read 708 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 80% Acceptance Rate
    • $9,710 Net Price
    • 850-1070 SAT Range
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  13. Centenary College of Louisiana

    • 4 Year
    • SHREVEPORT, LA
    • 165 reviews
    #9 Best Test Optional Colleges in Louisiana

    Junior: I have loved the time that I have spent at Centenary College of Louisiana. The college has an excellent team of professors and provide free tutoring for students that are struggling with a concept. Classroom size is usually very small at Centenary which allows students to receive more attention from professors. ...Centenary also provides a number of free counseling services along with a 24hr hotline for students experiencing distress. This College also embraces diversity and celebrates it with a Diversity Week.Lastly, the college has am amazing cafeteria team that strives to prepare food for all pallets. They have several options including vegan and vegetarian meal stations.Read 165 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 60% Acceptance Rate
    • $17,409 Net Price
    • 1060-1250 SAT Range
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  14. Nicholls State University

    • 4 Year
    • THIBODAUX, LA
    • 613 reviews
    #10 Best Test Optional Colleges in Louisiana

    Senior: Nicholls state university is a very welcoming environment filled with instructors and classmates that care. This school worked with me through every endeavor I had, especially the loss of my home during Hurricane Ida. I wish it had a communicative disorders masters program so that I can continue my education there!...Read 613 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 88% Acceptance Rate
    • $11,545 Net Price
    • 1000-1170 SAT Range
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  15. Louisiana State University - Alexandria

    • 4 Year
    • ALEXANDRIA, LA
    • 184 reviews

    Freshman: A few of my favorite things about Louisiana State University at Alexandria include the friendly, outgoing staff and workers on campus including professors as well. LSUA is always having student led events that really bring all of the students together to create a more welcoming environment on campus. The staff is also very excellent at communicating with the students as far as road closures, software updates with the systems, book store communications and informing everyone on upcoming events and reminders as far as deadlines for the academic school year and zoom meetings concerning LSUA athletic, clubs and organization news and events. Any question I needed an answer for has been answered in appropriate time manners and if not on the spot, I am directed to the right direction. Everyone that I have come into contact with will go out their way to guide, mentor and point you in the right direction. LSUA is the most heart warming, informed and beautiful little college to be...Read 184 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 56% Acceptance Rate
    • $7,838 Net Price
    • 940-1050 SAT Range
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  16. McNeese State University

    • 4 Year
    • LAKE CHARLES, LA
    • 805 reviews

    Alum: McNeese is such a nice, caring school with challenging academics and vibrant student and athletic life. They always bounce back from disasters and have strong, supportive faculty. Generous scholarships and honors college for above 27 ACT. Lots of international students. Rowdy cafeteria staff are so friendly. I studied business and learnt so much, got great internships and easily found work after graduation in my field. The broad curriculum gave me an edge over other applicants. I miss McNeese!...Read 805 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 81% Acceptance Rate
    • $11,974 Net Price
    • 1010-1240 SAT Range
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  17. Central Louisiana Technical Community College - Alexandria

    • 2 Year
    • ALEXANDRIA, LA
    • 59 reviews

    Freshman: I have only completed one semester of criminal justice classes for an associate degree in this subject, but not only were the classes very educational, I made the Dean's List! The instructors were easy to understand and class discussions were very thorough. I highly recommend to anyone earning a technical degree. I chose online classes, and my assignments were easy to locate, instructor were always on time and quickly responded, and grades were posted in a timely manner. The campus has two computer labs and access to them was available to students freely and someone helpful was readily available in case they were needed...Read 59 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $7,902 Net Price
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  18. Southeastern Louisiana University

    • 4 Year
    • HAMMOND, LA
    • 1,201 reviews

    Sophomore: Southeastern Louisiana University is amazing! I truly did love going there, however I’ll be back soon. The university over all is a great school. The resources and help that they offer students is amazing like no other. They even have a text book rental place , where instead of students having to pay for books you can just rent them out through the semester and return them. Southeastern also had a lot of activities such as Greek, Theater Clubs, and Orientation leaders as well. It’s so many ways you can get involved and be apart of the school. Lastly the dining services at Southeastern is personally one of my favorite reasons why I love this school. The staff members are very polite and the way that Southeastern meal plan is set up is affordable. In conclusion Southeastern is a great University, I would definitely recommend students to apply and become a Lion...Read 1,201 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 90% Acceptance Rate
    • $11,890 Net Price
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  19. Louisiana State University - Shreveport

    • 4 Year
    • SHREVEPORT, LA
    • 423 reviews

    Graduate Student: Awesome enrollment process! Informative advisors, diverse school organizations, and equality. Graduate programs are top tier and most importantly affordable to professionals seeking advanced education. LSUS team is always willing to help students to exceed and the school events are memorable!...Read 423 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 84% Acceptance Rate
    • $8,834 Net Price
    • 1010-1170 SAT Range
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  22. Nunez Community College

    • 2 Year
    • CHALMETTE, LA
    • 47 reviews

    Freshman: The professors are so helpful and never fail at teaching the material in a way everyone will learn! I’ve come a long way thanks to the environment the college sets forth.Read 47 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $9,658 Net Price
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  23. L.E. Fletcher Technical Community College

    • 2 Year
    • SCHRIEVER, LA
    • 84 reviews

    Freshman: Fletcher is a great community college to go to especially if you are going there to get your basic classes out of the way. The professors are nice and very helpful and I find the classes somewhat easy. They offer free tutoring which is extremely helpful and I will definitely be using that and I think others should as well, because it’s free who doesn’t like free...Read 84 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $8,849 Net Price
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  24. Northwest Louisiana Technical College - Minden

    • 2 Year
    • MINDEN, LA
    • 22 reviews

    Freshman: The experience at Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College is very grateful and worth the learning when attending Lectures. While I have a liking at the college Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College simply because it is in my home town Shreveport, Louisiana, affordable, and offer great college majors. If I change anything about NWLTCC(Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College), I will change adding more major options to choose from when striving for higher learning for the best graduation students can ever remember as years past by after graduation...Read 22 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $10,257 Net Price
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  25. Southern University & A&M College

    • 4 Year
    • BATON ROUGE, LA
    • 841 reviews

    Senior: Hello, my name is Joshua Douglas going into my 5th year senior year starting this fall. I love Southern University as a school in its entirety, they culture is amazing. I am from Baton Rouge and the feeling of attending a HBCU in my hometown just is surreal. Although Southern has its up, every school is not perfect and has its downs. The financial aid office at the university is not the best. They really do not show any initiative when it comes to helping us. They drag their feet. Also some teachers are always not the best to be educating us. Other than those minor problems, everything else is great. Also, I'd love to get this scholarship because, due to COVID-19. My funds are extremely low and I need all the money I can get to finish school. Anything would help in a major way. Thanks in advance!...Read 841 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 35% Acceptance Rate
    • $15,511 Net Price
    • 900-1080 SAT Range
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  26. Bossier Parish Community College

    • 2 Year
    • BOSSIER CITY, LA
    • 244 reviews

    Sophomore: I like that staff this includes the Chancellor, Deans, Professors, Financial Aide personnel, custodian workers, and all the like are approachable! This past semester was a tough one but every week we received encouraging and informative messages updating us on the details of the situation and it’s impact on us. Professors actually teach and allow you to come during office hours to get tutoring from them personally! They welcome all questions even if it means breaking it down to an elementary level...The one change I suggest is coffee in the vending areas for students, we need it!Read 244 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $8,526 Net Price
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  29. South Louisiana Community College

    • 2 Year
    • LAFAYETTE, LA
    • 182 reviews

    Freshman: Overall a very good college, especially for students like myself that plan to switch to a 4 year university to complete their bachelors degree! I currently am a Louisiana transfer student and plan to switch to UL! I major in biology. One thing I do notice, which is why I didn’t rate it the full 5 stars, is their advisors aren’t really helpful and don’t reach out. At least in the science department!...Read 182 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $9,584 Net Price
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  30. Northshore Technical Community College - Sullivan

    • 2 Year
    • LACOMBE, LA
    • 57 reviews

    Freshman: What I like about Northshore is how friendly and helpful everyone is! Whenever you need help contacting someone, completing something, or even finding where to go, everyone is very helpful. The environment is always clean and safe. The teachers are great and are always willing to help you when needed and also offer resources if needed...Read 57 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $6,693 Net Price
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  31. River Parishes Community College

    • 2 Year
    • GONZALES, LA
    • 52 reviews

    Alum: I loved the professors at the school and manly of the classes I got to take! There were great classes taught by people who were very enthusiastic about the subject matters they covered. I always felt like my teachers took notice of me and cared about me. They made themselves available to students, always offering us time to see them during their office hours. The students there are also very nice. I become friends with many of my classmates after just one semester. They understand the situation many students are in, and they are helpful while also holding us accountable, because they know what we are capable off and encourage us to try harder and harder...Read 52 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $9,323 Net Price
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    South University - Virginia Beach

    • 4 Year
    • VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
    • 112 reviews

    Alum: I attended SU Virginia Beach for my graduate degree. The Admissions team was professional and supportive. The faculty and support staff were always available to assist me. Graduation was great!Read 112 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $20,395 Net Price
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    Strayer University - Virginia

    • 4 Year
    • ARLINGTON, VA
    • 389 reviews

    Graduate Student: Good learning experience. The course work seemed like a lot at the time but I feel prepared for my future career. I attended Strayer after dropping out of college in 2007 and graduated 2021! Best decision I ever made!...Read 389 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $24,041 Net Price
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    Radford University

    • 4 Year
    • RADFORD, VA
    • 1,591 reviews

    Junior: Radford is a good school with great professors, great buildings, and a great fraternity and sorority life. I did not enjoy Radford as much as I do now being in a sorority. The food is average and you will most most likely get stuck in Muse, with no A/C. Most of the students are friendly and you are sure going to get along with your classmates! The school is small but big at the same time! You will end up knowing most people in your major!...Read 1,591 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 75% Acceptance Rate
    • $14,981 Net Price
    • 890-1060 SAT Range
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