About
About University of New Orleans
University of New Orleans is a public research university in New Orleans, LA, known for its public research university, high research activity, and business and engineering focus. With an acceptance rate of 70%, UNO is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,030 students each year. UNO is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 930–1190, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UNO offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,880 per year; the sticker price of $32,184 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
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University of New Orleans acceptance rate and admitted student profile
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Financial Aid & Cost
What University of New Orleans actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Est. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$32k/yr | $11.5k |
| 30k-48k | ~$32k/yr | $10.5k |
| 48k-75k | ~$32k/yr | $13.2k |
| 75k-110k | ~$32k/yr | $16.9k |
| 110k+ | ~$32k/yr | $17.5k |
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