Tulane University of Louisiana

Tulane University of Louisiana is a private research university in New Orleans, LA, known for its highly selective admissions, premed focus, and high research activity. With an acceptance rate of 11%, Tulane is highly selective, typically enrolling around 1,843 students each year. Tulane is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1430–1500, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Students who apply Early Decision are admitted at 58%, more than double the regular decision rate of 11%, making Early Decision one of the most significant strategic levers available to applicants. Tulane offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $35,350 per year; the sticker price of $81,232 may look very different from what your family actually pays.