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Louisiana State University-Alexandria vs University of Louisiana at Lafayette

BSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Higher NCLEX pass rate
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
100% vs 96.2%
Lower tuition
Louisiana State University-Alexandria
$7,050 vs $10,418
Easier to get into
Louisiana State University-Alexandria
92.6% vs 88.8% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Louisiana State University-Alexandria
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationAlexandria, LALafayette, LA
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate96.2%100%BEST
Acceptance rate92.6%BEST88.8%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$7,050 in / $14,650 outBEST$10,418 in / $24,146 out
In-state tuition$7,050BEST$10,418
Out-of-state tuition$14,650BEST$24,146
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, Louisiana State University-Alexandria or University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

University of Louisiana at Lafayette's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 96.2% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, Louisiana State University-Alexandria or University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

Louisiana State University-Alexandria is the more affordable option at roughly $7,050, compared to $10,418. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Louisiana State University-Alexandria and University of Louisiana at Lafayette the same type of program?

Both are BSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Louisiana State University-Alexandria and University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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