Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge: what international applicants need

What are Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge's acceptance rate?

73.3% for students who started in fall 2024: Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge admitted 34,513 of its 47,065 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 580–660 in Math and 600–680 in Reading and Writing (7% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 24–30.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge's application fee for international students?

Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge accept?

Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge require?

Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge require the Common App personal essay?

No. Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge have?

523 of Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge's 34,242 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.5%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge cost for international students?

Louisiana State University A&M-Baton Rouge is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $28,631 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $11,954). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $15,142. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $52,741 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source