Is Louisiana Tech University worth it?
Louisiana Tech University is a public, four-year institution in Ruston, Louisiana (small town). It awarded 2,360 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, biology sciences and computer science.
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Federal context for Louisiana Tech University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$44,484
Median earnings 4 years after
$61,520
Median earnings 10 years after
$52,279
Average net price
$11,864
Completion rate
64%
Completions (2024)
2,360
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
8,312
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $27,358 | $59,671 | 75 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $70,372 | $92,457 | 73 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $42,099 | $60,949 | 71 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $68,023 | $96,365 | 69 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $45,234 | $52,150 | 68 |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | Bachelor's | $58,151 | $77,558 | 51 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | Bachelor's | $47,843 | $63,474 | 48 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $45,052 | $52,460 | 47 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $33,829 | $42,822 | 46 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Bachelor's | $26,591 | $42,447 | 45 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $28,853 | $51,118 | 45 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $75,694 | $77,475 | 41 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $64,038 | $81,197 | 40 |
| Air Transportation | Bachelor's | $35,669 | $83,323 | 39 |
| Journalism | Bachelor's | $21,087 | $41,220 | 36 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | Post-master's certificate | 241 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 131 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 104 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 87 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 83 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 78 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 76 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 69 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 68 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 60 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 20% | 4,901 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 17% | 4,143 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 13% | 3,146 |
| Manufacturing | 9% | 2,197 |
| Retail Trade | 6% | 1,582 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 1,175 |
| Construction | 4% | 1,010 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 929 |
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Sources: federal figures for Louisiana Tech University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Louisiana. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page