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University of New Orleans SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT Range930 to 1190

ACT Range17 to 23

Average GPA3.21

Acceptance Rate74.3%

UNO is broadly accessible, but it still relies heavily on test scores, especially the ACT. With 82% of applicants submitting ACT scores, aim for a 23 or higher to be on the stronger side of the admitted range; a 1190 SAT serves the same purpose if that test fits you better.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

University of New Orleans facts and stats

Quick Facts

The University of New Orleans is an urban public university with an undergraduate enrollment of 5,419 students. UNO has a freshman retention rate of 67% and a 6-year graduation rate of 38%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 19:1. UNO is test-required for admissions.

Location

New Orleans, LA

Undergrad Enrollment5,419

Freshman Retention67%

SettingUrban

Student to Faculty Ratio19:1

Graduation Rate38%

Test PolicyTest-required

How do your scores compare at UNO?

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Key University of New Orleans application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

August 7

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

May 1

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

Because UNO is test-required, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then save the summer before senior year for a retake if you need one. UNO’s Regular Decision deadline is August 7, so fall senior-year retakes are unlikely to arrive in time.

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What you'll actually pay

UNO’s in-state tuition is $6,090, and out-of-state tuition is $10,926, making it a public option in the Southland Conference. About 62% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $2,203. Submit the FAFSA by the May 1 priority deadline.

In-State Tuition$6,090

Out-of-State Tuition$10,926

Room and Board$15,040

Average Merit Award$2,203

Application Fee$25

Students on Aid62%

Average Aid Package$9,946

Average Debt at Grad$20,723

Out-of-state tuition at UNO is $10,926, while in-state tuition is $6,090, with room and board adding about $15,040. About 62% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $9,946. Merit awards average $2,203. Students graduate with an average debt of $20,723.