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About University of Louisiana at Monroe

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University of Louisiana at Monroe is a public university in Monroe, LA, known for its doctoral professional university, health sciences focus, and louisiana public university. With an acceptance rate of 70%, ULM is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,018 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 990–1210 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT. ULM offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,840 per year; the sticker price of $36,538 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Louisiana at Monroe acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

70%
Overall Accept Rate
3.25
Typical Admitted GPA
1100
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 990 – 1210

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ACTScore range: 19 – 25

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Louisiana at Monroe

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Essay Strategy
ULM puts very little weight on the essay, so focus your energy on getting your GPA and test scores in order rather than spending weeks perfecting a personal statement. A clear, error-free essay is all you need here.
Demonstrated Interest
ULM places almost no weight on demonstrated interest, so you do not need to stress about sending emails or tracking campus visits to boost your admissions chances. Put that time toward your application materials instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Louisiana at Monroe actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$37k/yr$11.5k
30k-48k~$37k/yr$11.6k
48k-75k~$37k/yr$12.6k
75k-110k~$37k/yr$17.0k
110k+~$37k/yr$18.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

51%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$40k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
4,887
Undergrad Enrollment
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