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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Shreveport, LA

Centenary College of Louisiana

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in LA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$40,000

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

54.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

59.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$50,330

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Centenary College of Louisiana is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Shreveport, LA. With a competitive tuition profile of $40,000, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 59.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing520 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800
Math520 – 590
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite21 – 28
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

54.4%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$160,000

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

7.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$20,330

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$43,300

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$246,600

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Centenary College of Louisiana is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
49.8%
50.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
57.1%
Black
22.4%
Hispanic
10.2%
Two or more
5.7%
Asian
2.8%
International
1.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$40,000

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$22,875
$30k - $48k$21,245
$48k - $75k$24,985
$75k+$25,486

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients38.9%
Using Federal Loans67.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment71.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,400
Avg. Pell Grant$5,097
Avg. State/Local Grant$5,807
Avg. Institutional Grant$22,582
Students Receiving Grants100.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

75.1%

Success

59.6%

In-State Cost

$40,000

Age 25+ Students

1.5%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

141 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Shreveport (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Shreveport (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Shreveport

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$779

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$927

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,073

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Shreveport metropolitan area.