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11.5%Acceptance
$65,538Tuition
7,759Students
89%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$63,268Earnings
#2 in LouisianaPrivate nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
11.5%
Average SAT
1,440
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,370–1,510
ACT Composite (avg)
32
Total Enrollment
7,759

Admissions Overview

Tulane is highly selective with an 11.45% acceptance rate. Only about one in nine applicants gets admitted, making it one of the more competitive universities in the South. Successful applicants typically score between 1370-1510 on the SAT or around 32 on the ACT. The 94.41% retention rate suggests admitted students are well-matched to the school's demands. Tulane seeks academically strong students who can handle rigorous pre-med or business coursework while embracing New Orleans culture. The school values students who want both academic excellence and an active social life in one of America's most active cities.