Nicholls State University Scholarships (2026–2027)
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Last Updated on March 11, 2026
What This Page Covers:
- Tuition, housing, and what families actually pay on average
- Automatic and competitive scholarships
- Out-of-state tuition waivers and Honors benefits
- Key deadlines and test-optional details
📊 Admissions Snapshot
- Acceptance Rate: ~96%
- Middle 50% ACT: 18–24
- Middle 50% SAT: 940–1170
- Average HS GPA (middle 50%): 3.2–3.8
Source: Nicholls State University Common Data Set 2024–25 and BigFuture. Middle 50% = range where half of admitted students fall.
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Nicholls State University at a Glance
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President’s Scholarship: Full tuition (competitive) — see Flagship (Competitive) for details.
Average Net Price
$12,091/year
What families actually paid on average
Automatic Merit (All Students)
$1,500–$6,000/year (Freshman Academic Awards)
Awarded automatically based on GPA and ACT/SAT
Typical Qualifiers
GPA 3.25+, ACT 21+, or SAT 1080+
Top tiers for GPA 3.75+ and ACT 27+
Testing Policy
Test-optional through 2026
Superscores ACT/SAT for scholarship eligibility
Key Deadlines
Admission: Jan 15 • Scholarship: Feb 1 • FAFSA: Mar 1
Apply early for full merit and Honors consideration
Honors Program
Nicholls Honors Program
Perks: small seminars, early registration, and extra aid
Full-Tuition / Full-Ride
President’s Scholarship (full tuition)
Competitive; renewable with GPA requirements
Residency & Waivers
Out-of-State Fee Waiver
Automatically granted to qualifying nonresidents
Nicholls State University offers some of the most accessible scholarships in Louisiana—many of which are automatic for students with solid GPAs and ACT/SAT scores. Out-of-state students often qualify for fee waivers that bring their tuition close to in-state levels.
For top-performing students, the competitive President’s Scholarship covers full tuition, while the Honors Program adds academic support and leadership opportunities that make Nicholls a strong value choice.
FAQ
Is this college test-optional? Yes — Nicholls State is test-optional through 2026 and uses GPA for scholarship consideration when scores aren’t submitted.
What is the middle 50% ACT/SAT? ACT: 18–24; SAT: 940–1170 (for students who submitted scores).
What’s the average net price? About $12,091/year after aid. See our Net Price & SAI guide.
Does this school use reciprocity or OOS waivers? Yes — Nicholls automatically grants out-of-state fee waivers to eligible nonresident students.
Sources:
Admissions (Undergraduate) – https://www.nicholls.edu/admissions/
Freshman Scholarships – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/
Out-of-State Fee Waiver – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/out-of-state-waiver/
Honors Program – https://www.nicholls.edu/honors/
Common Data Set – https://www.nicholls.edu/institutional-research/common-data-set/
College Scorecard – https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?159647-Nicholls-State-University
Admissions (Undergraduate) – https://www.nicholls.edu/admissions/
Freshman Scholarships – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/
Out-of-State Fee Waiver – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/out-of-state-waiver/
Honors Program – https://www.nicholls.edu/honors/
Common Data Set – https://www.nicholls.edu/institutional-research/common-data-set/
College Scorecard – https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?159647-Nicholls-State-University
💰 Cost of Attendance at Nicholls State University 2026-2027
📅 2026–2027 Planning Note: The costs below reflect the most recently published figures (2025–2026). Universities typically finalize the next year’s rates in the spring, and we’ll update this page once the university releases official 2026–2027 numbers.
Planning tip: At large public universities, tuition, fees, and housing usually increase modestly each year (often in the 2–5% range). For early budgeting, families may want to plan for roughly $1,000–$1,500 more in-state or $2,000–$3,000 more out-of-state in total direct costs once new rates are published.
The official 2025–2026 cost of attendance (COA) below shows estimated yearly expenses for a full-time undergraduate living on campus. Tuition is the same for all students, but nonresidents are charged an additional out-of-state fee unless they qualify for the waiver or Academic Common Market (ACM).
| Expense | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Mandatory Fees | $8,672 | $16,736 |
| Housing & Meals | $11,248 | $11,248 |
| Estimated Total (before aid) | $19,920 | $27,984 |
Note: The table above includes only direct costs billed by Nicholls—tuition, mandatory fees, housing, and meals. Other estimated expenses (books, transportation, and personal costs) are not paid directly to the university and vary by student, so they are excluded here.
Average Net Price: $12,091 (2022–23). This is what families actually paid on average after scholarships and grants — no loans included.
Out-of-State Savings Options
- Out-of-State Fee Waiver — Qualifying freshmen (ACT ≥21 & GPA ≥3.0, or ACT ≥23 & GPA ≥2.5) pay in-state rates and save about $8,000 per year.
- Academic Common Market (ACM) — Students from SREB states can pay in-state tuition for approved majors not offered in their home state; requires state-level certification.
Sources:
University COA page – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/cost-of-attendance/
Housing & Meal Rates – https://www.nicholls.edu/housing/rates/
Out-of-State Fee Waiver – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/out-of-state-waiver/
Academic Common Market (ACM) – https://www.nicholls.
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“description”: “Scholarship for sophomores and above with GPA of 3.2 or higher who are active in a student organization.”,
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“description”: “Service award for active marching band and ensemble participants who meet audition and participation standards.”,
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“description”: “Federal ROTC scholarships that may cover up to full tuition and fees, plus book allowance and monthly stipend, subject to ROTC requirements and service commitment.”,
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University COA page – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/cost-of-attendance/
Housing & Meal Rates – https://www.nicholls.edu/housing/rates/
Out-of-State Fee Waiver – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/out-of-state-waiver/
Academic Common Market (ACM) – https://www.nicholls.
✅ Automatic Merit Scholarships
Nicholls awards automatic scholarships to first-time freshmen who meet specific GPA and test score criteria by the January 5 priority date. Awards are tied to admission (no separate app) and renew yearly with a 3.0 semester GPA and 12+ credit hours per term. ACT 21+ (or SAT equivalent) is required for all tiers and for both Academic and Housing & Meals awards.
| Scholarship | Award Amount | Eligibility | Separate App? | Renewable? | Who Actually Wins? | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Scholarship – Tier 1 (4.0 GPA) | $4,000/yr | Unweighted GPA 4.0 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA & 12+ hrs | 4.0 GPA/ACT 21+ admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Academic Scholarship – Tier 2 (3.9 GPA) | $3,500/yr | Unweighted GPA 3.9 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA & 12+ hrs | 3.9 GPA/ACT 21+ admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Academic Scholarship – Tier 3 (3.8 GPA) | $3,000/yr | Unweighted GPA 3.8 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA & 12+ hrs | 3.8 GPA/ACT 21+ admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Academic Scholarship – Tier 4 (3.7 GPA) | $2,500/yr | Unweighted GPA 3.7 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA & 12+ hrs | 3.7 GPA/ACT 21+ admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Academic Scholarship – Tier 5 (3.6 GPA) | $2,500/yr | Unweighted GPA 3.6 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA & 12+ hrs | 3.6 GPA/ACT 21+ admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Academic Scholarship – Tier 6 (3.5 GPA) | $2,000/yr | Unweighted GPA 3.5 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA & 12+ hrs | 3.5 GPA/ACT 21+ admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Housing & Meals Scholarship – Tier 1 (4.0 GPA) | $4,500/yr | Unweighted GPA 4.0 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; live on campus; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA, 12+ hrs, live on campus | 4.0 GPA/ACT 21+ living on campus, admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Housing & Meals Scholarship – Tier 2 (3.9 GPA) | $4,000/yr | Unweighted GPA 3.9 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; live on campus; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA, 12+ hrs, live on campus | 3.9 GPA/ACT 21+ living on campus, admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Housing & Meals Scholarship – Tier 3 (3.8 GPA) | $3,500/yr | Unweighted GPA 3.8 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; live on campus; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA, 12+ hrs, live on campus | 3.8 GPA/ACT 21+ living on campus, admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Housing & Meals Scholarship – Tier 4 (3.7 GPA) | $3,000/yr | Unweighted GPA 3.7 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; live on campus; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA, 12+ hrs, live on campus | 3.7 GPA/ACT 21+ living on campus, admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Housing & Meals Scholarship – Tier 5 (3.6 GPA) | $2,500/yr | Unweighted GPA 3.6 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; live on campus; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA, 12+ hrs, live on campus | 3.6 GPA/ACT 21+ living on campus, admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
| Housing & Meals Scholarship – Tier 6 (3.5 GPA) | $2,000/yr | Unweighted GPA 3.5 & ACT ≥21; first-time freshman; live on campus; admitted by Jan 5 | No | Yes — 3.0 semester GPA, 12+ hrs, live on campus | 3.5 GPA/ACT 21+ living on campus, admitted by deadline | Jan 5 |
Automatic Merit FAQ
Do I need to apply? No. Awards are automatic with admission if your scores and transcript are on file by Jan 5.
Are test scores required? Yes. ACT composite 21+ or SAT equivalent is mandatory for all awards/tiers.
Can these stack with other aid? Academic and Housing/Multi awards are listed separately; eligible on-campus students are generally awarded both. Stacking with other waivers is not specified—confirm with Financial Aid.
Sources:
Freshman Academic Scholarship Policy – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/first-time-freshman/
Housing and Meal Scholarships – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/first-time-freshman/
Nicholls Financial Aid – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/
University Catalog Awards – https://www.nicholls.edu/catalog/
Freshman Academic Scholarship Policy – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/first-time-freshman/
Housing and Meal Scholarships – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/first-time-freshman/
Nicholls Financial Aid – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/
University Catalog Awards – https://www.nicholls.edu/catalog/
🏆 Competitive Scholarships
Nicholls does not publish separate, university-level competitive freshman scholarships beyond its automatic merit grid. Departmental/donor awards and Honors-related awards are listed elsewhere on this page per CRP formatting.
| Scholarship | Award Amount | What Makes It Competitive | Eligibility | Separate App? | Renewable? | Who Actually Wins? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Note: If Nicholls launches a named, university-level competitive program (e.g., interview/essay cohort) we’ll add it here on the next pass.
🎖️ Honors College
For high-achieving students seeking a close-knit academic cohort, the University Honors Program offers priority registration, small seminar classes, access to faculty mentors, study abroad opportunities, and support toward national scholarships and postgraduate awards. Honors is a selective community and serves as a launching pad for first-generation and high-achieving students at Nicholls.
What a Typical Nicholls Honors Student Looks Like
GPA: ~3.5+ unweighted • Rigor: AP/DE where available • Traits: curious, reliable, service-oriented
Application: short form + writing sample (per Honors guidance); selection based on overall fit and readiness for seminar work
GPA: ~3.5+ unweighted • Rigor: AP/DE where available • Traits: curious, reliable, service-oriented
Application: short form + writing sample (per Honors guidance); selection based on overall fit and readiness for seminar work
Perks That Matter
- Priority registration and small Honors seminars
- Access to faculty mentors, research, and presentation opportunities
- Reserved Honors housing options (space-dependent)
- Study abroad support (UK, Costa Rica, Europe programs)
- Personalized guidance for national scholarships (Goldwater, Marshall, Udall, etc.)
- Honors transcript notation and certificate at graduation
| Scholarship | Award Amount | Eligibility | Separate App? | Renewable? | Who Actually Wins? | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Scott Pecoraro Honors Program Endowed Memorial Scholarship | Varies (Foundation endowment, often $1,000+) | Full-time Honors Program member, academic merit, “well-rounded” profile (per endowment description) | Yes — Foundation application cycle | One-year; may be renewed if criteria met | Selected Honors students applying via Foundation | Spring (see Foundation deadlines) |
| Honors Abroad Program Funding | $500–$1,500/trip (varies by annual fund) | Active Honors student, in good standing, 60+ credits for major trips; by application/committee review | Yes — study abroad/Honors application | No (one trip per award) | Honors students selected for faculty-led or partner international programs | Varies by program/year |
Note: Honors at Nicholls is a support structure — most funding is either through competitive Foundation/departmental endowments or specific travel experiences. The program’s main value is the personal guidance and early access to prestigious national and international opportunities.
Honors FAQ
Is Honors admission guaranteed? No, students must submit a separate Honors Program application (short essays required); admission is competitive and holistic.
Will Honors slow my degree? No, Honors core fits most major tracks; thesis/work requirements built into graduation timeline.
How do scholarships work? There is no automatic Honors-only award. Students may be eligible for Foundation endowment or study abroad grants; all national scholarships are competitive and require campus nomination through the Honors Office.
Any Honors housing? Yes — reserved rooms available but not guaranteed; apply early through housing portal.
Sources:
University Honors – https://www.nicholls.edu/honors/
Honors Abroad – https://www.nicholls.edu/honors/study-abroad/
Foundation Endowment Awards – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/
Honors Catalog, Policies – https://www.nicholls.edu/catalog/
University Honors – https://www.nicholls.edu/honors/
Honors Abroad – https://www.nicholls.edu/honors/study-abroad/
Foundation Endowment Awards – https://www.nicholls.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/
Honors Catalog, Policies – https://www.nicholls.edu/catalog/
⭐ College Specialty
Nicholls State may not be the largest campus in Louisiana, but it has carved out a strong identity in a few fields where it really shines. Families looking for distinctive career paths often find that Nicholls offers hands-on training and industry connections that bigger universities can’t always match. If your student has a passion for food, the coast, or surveying the land, this is where Nicholls stands out.
Chef John Folse Culinary Institute — The first four-year culinary degree program at a public university in the United States, and the only one of its kind in Louisiana. Nicholls’ culinary program is widely recognized for producing chefs who go on to leadership roles in the state’s food and hospitality industry.
- Marine & Environmental Biology — Leverages Louisiana’s coastal setting with research labs and the Nicholls Coastal Center; prepares students for graduate study and coastal restoration careers.
- Geomatics (Surveying & Mapping) — One of only a handful of accredited Geomatics programs in the U.S.; aligned with licensure requirements for Professional Land Surveyors in Louisiana.
- Nursing & Allied Health — Consistently ranks among the largest producers of nursing graduates in the region; strong reputation in South Louisiana hospitals and clinics.