Is University of New Orleans worth it?
University of New Orleans is a public, four-year institution in New Orleans, Louisiana (large city). It awarded 1,185 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, biology sciences and multi studies.
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Federal context for University of New Orleans
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Median earnings 1 year after
$39,311
Median earnings 4 years after
$56,037
Median earnings 10 years after
$47,872
Average net price
$12,384
Completion rate
38%
Completions (2024)
1,185
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
4,638
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $33,645 | $49,023 | 84 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $41,540 | $59,301 | 76 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $59,452 | $85,215 | 56 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $68,968 | $91,435 | 55 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $33,784 | $52,671 | 52 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $21,243 | $37,747 | 52 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Bachelor's | $21,504 | $28,807 | 39 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $38,299 | $56,058 | 38 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $34,989 | $54,153 | 35 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $65,119 | $80,704 | 31 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | Bachelor's | $27,878 | $39,391 | 31 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $69,204 | $99,548 | 30 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $32,624 | $51,474 | 29 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | Bachelor's | $78,215 | $95,630 | 28 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $47,905 | $51,652 | 27 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 88 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 83 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 58 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 56 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 54 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 51 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 46 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 41 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 37 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 35 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 19% | 4,576 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 15% | 3,561 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 11% | 2,599 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 10% | 2,420 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 1,964 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 1,504 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 1,089 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 1,045 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of New Orleans. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Louisiana. Counts under 10 are not published.
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