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Public, 4-Year
Lafayette, LA

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

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

Annual Tuition

$10,418

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

88.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

51.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$47,089

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Lafayette, LA. With a competitive tuition profile of $10,418, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 51.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing560 – 645
20025th–75th percentile800
Math560 – 610
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite23 – 27
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

88.8%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$41,672

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$17,089

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$129,218

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$300,108

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 University of Louisiana at Lafayette is $22,902.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.2%
41.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
58.4%
Black
26.5%
Hispanic
5.3%
Two or more
4.2%
Asian
2.4%
Unknown
2.1%
International
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

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

$10,418

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$11,226
$30k - $48k$12,427
$48k - $75k$15,448
$75k+$18,180

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$22,902
Pell Grant Recipients38.8%
Using Federal Loans43.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment69.3%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$3,882
Avg. Pell Grant$5,142
Avg. State/Local Grant$5,292
Avg. Institutional Grant$5,279
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

76.0%

Success

51.6%

In-State Cost

$10,418

Age 25+ Students

10.7%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

3,800 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Lafayette (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 Lafayette

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$701

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$921

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,034

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

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