Financial Aid at LSU New Orleans
LSU New Orleans is committed to making education affordable and accessible for every student. Scholarships, grants, and financial aid options are available to help you find a path that works for you.
Types of aid available to you
Most students receive more than one type of aid. Understanding each option helps you build a plan that works for your situation.
Grants and scholarships
Gift aid that doesn't require repayment. Merit scholarships reward academic achievement; need-based grants support eligible students.
Student loans
Federal loans with fixed rates and flexible repayment plans. Borrowing should be a last resort after exploring grants and scholarships. We help you understand terms before you sign.
Work-study
Part-time employment on or near campus. Work-study positions fit around your class schedule and build professional experience. Earnings go directly toward your education costs.
Federal and state aid
Pell Grants and state funding help cover tuition and fees. Eligibility is determined through the FAFSA. These programs are designed to support students with demonstrated need.
Receiving financial aid
The path to funding is simple. Complete your FAFSA, review your aid package, and accept what works for you.
Review your aid package
We'll send your financial aid offer showing grants, scholarships, work-study, and loan options available to you
Scholarships that recognize your achievement
LSU New Orleans merit scholarships reward strong academics, leadership,and talent.
See your real cost
We value transparency and want you to have a clear understanding of what you’ll pay for your education. Use our website as your primary resource for financial aid information for LSU New Orleans. We’ve estimated the cost of attendance used by Financial Aid when processing awards. Your actual out-of-pocket costs will likely be lower.
Ready to apply?
Start your FAFSA today and explore scholarships available to LSU New Orleans students. If you have questions, reach out to one of our financial aid counselors for help.
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Tuition, fees, and housing rates vary based on residency status and whether you live on or off campus. The full cost of attendance breakdown, including tuition, housing, meals, books, and personal expenses, is available on the Cost of Education page. Louisiana residents benefit from in-state tuition rates, and those rates are not changing as part of the transition.
LSU New Orleans offers merit-based institutional scholarships for incoming students, federal and state aid including TOPS, work-study opportunities, and graduate funding options. All students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA each year to maximize their eligibility. Scholarship availability and award amounts are not changing as a result of the transition.
Yes. TOPS is a Louisiana state scholarship program administered by the Office of Student Financial Assistance, and eligibility is tied to the student, not the institution's system membership. Your TOPS award applies at LSU New Orleans just as it did at UNO.
Fee bills are due each semester and can be paid online through the Bursar's Office. Students who need more flexibility can enroll in the EPPO payment plan, which divides tuition costs across monthly installments due on the 15th of the month. Financial aid disburses after the 14th class day each term.
