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Louisiana's nine Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies programs show a remarkable cost spread from $11,147 at University of New Orleans to $43,939 at Tulane University. The state's major ports in New Orleans and Baton Rouge create demand for multilingual professionals in international trade and logistics. Public universities dominate the affordable options, with six schools under $15,000 annually. McNeese State University offers strong value at $11,257 with a 52% graduation rate, while Louisiana Tech stands out among budget options with the highest graduation rate at 57.6%.
9
Programs
$11,147 – $43,939
Net Price Range
55.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $11,147 $9,172 42.5% 69.8%
2 $11,257 $8,460 52.0% 71.2%
3 $11,633 $9,190 50.6% 70.1%
4 $12,174 $8,373 44.8% 99.0%
5 $12,209 $10,125 57.6% 62.4%
6 $14,118 $10,418 52.0% 74.6%
7 $16,874 $19,740 41.3% 74.6%
8 $20,015 $11,954 71.0% 75.7%
9 $43,939 $65,538 88.9% 11.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of New Orleans the cheapest option for language studies?

University of New Orleans offers the lowest net cost at $11,147 annually with reasonable acceptance rates at 69.76%. The school benefits from its location in Louisiana's international business center, providing access to internships with port authorities and shipping companies that require multilingual staff.

How do public university costs compare to private options in Louisiana?

Public universities range from $11,147 to $20,015 annually, while private schools jump to $16,874 at Louisiana Christian University and $43,939 at Tulane. The $32,792 gap between the most expensive public option (LSU) and Tulane represents significant savings for students pursuing language studies.

Does graduation rate correlate with cost among Louisiana language programs?

Higher-priced schools generally show better graduation rates, with Tulane leading at 88.9% and LSU at 71%. However, Louisiana Tech breaks this pattern by offering a strong 57.6% graduation rate at just $12,209 annually, making it an excellent value proposition.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.