First-Time Freshmen / High School Graduates

Completion of the Louisiana Board of Regents’ High School Core Curriculum, typically 19 units (core subject requirements). 

Minimum high school GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale). 

Submission of official high school transcript with date of graduation. 

Official ACT or SAT scores: for freshmen, required unless certain test-optional criteria apply. 

Subscores minimums: e.g. ACT English ≥ 18 or Math ≥ 19; or equivalent on SAT. 

Only one developmental (remedial) course permitted. 

Out-of-State / Home School / Out-of-State Freshmen

Must meet one of several criteria: completion of Regents’ Core, minimum GPA 2.0, or a minimum composite ACT/SAT. 

ACT / SAT or equivalent exam scores required. 
 

Transfer Students

Submission of official college transcripts from all prior institutions. 

Students with 18+ college credits are treated as transfers; those with fewer credits must meet freshman criteria. 

Other Requirements

Application fee (e.g. USD 25). 

Immunization / health records submitted before registration. 

For online / distance students applying, similar core & GPA / test score requirements must be satisfied.