Is Northwestern State University of Louisiana worth it?
Northwestern State University of Louisiana is a public, four-year institution in Natchitoches, Louisiana (small town). It awarded 1,947 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, general studies and psychology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$45,870
Median earnings 4 years after
$56,762
Median earnings 10 years after
$47,021
Average net price
$13,606
Completion rate
43%
Completions (2024)
1,947
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
5,519
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $74,935 | $86,608 | 305 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $32,688 | $47,652 | 151 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $68,346 | $76,710 | 140 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $37,020 | $51,927 | 131 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $98,816 | $111,536 | 121 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $32,765 | $44,492 | 108 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Bachelor's | $58,627 | $66,559 | 75 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $30,559 | $44,267 | 71 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $46,189 | $52,689 | 70 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $25,078 | $55,452 | 68 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $34,148 | $43,417 | 56 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $48,895 | $60,861 | 48 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | Master's | $44,984 | $50,650 | 39 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $33,596 | $47,296 | 39 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $25,137 | $37,273 | 38 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 323 |
| General Studies | Associate | 230 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 118 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 96 |
| General Studies | Bachelor's | 91 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 90 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Master's | 82 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | Bachelor's | 81 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 60 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 56 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 39% | 9,630 |
| Educational Services | 23% | 5,581 |
| Retail Trade | 5% | 1,287 |
| Public Administration | 4% | 1,091 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4% | 1,071 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 954 |
| Manufacturing | 4% | 871 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 864 |
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Sources: federal figures for Northwestern State University of Louisiana. 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