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University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Also known as: UL Lafayette

📍 Lafayette, Louisiana🏛️ Urban Setting👥 12,428 Undergrads🔗 www.louisiana.edu

Overview

University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a large public research university in Lafayette, Louisiana. It enrolls about 12,428 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 87%. Graduates earn a median of $47,089 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

87%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,219

570–630

Net Price

$13,530

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

53%

Retention

74%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$47,089

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

87.0%

SAT Average

1,219

ACT Composite

23–28

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200570 – 630 (mid 50%)800

Math

200550 – 610 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

123 – 28 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,418

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$24,146

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$24,884

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$13,530

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$11,157
$30,001 – $48,000	$11,283
$48,001 – $75,000	$13,692
$75,001 – $110,000	$17,079
$110,001 +	$18,562

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

43.7%

Academics & Programs

University of Louisiana at Lafayette offers programs across 22 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Liberal Arts & General Studies

15.6%

Health Professions

15.1%

Business, Management & Marketing

13.9%

Education

10.6%

Engineering

9.1%

Biological & Biomedical Sciences

5.6%

Psychology

5.3%

Visual & Performing Arts

4.0%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

53%

On-Time (4yr)

27%

Retention (FT)

74%

% Earning >$25K

73%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$42,668

8 years

$44,392

10 years

$47,089

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

70.2%

White

55.4%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

57.1%

Black or African American

27.3%

Asian

2.1%

Hispanic / Latino

5.6%

Two or more races

4.6%

International

0.7%

Gender

Women

58.8%

Men

41.2%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Louisiana at Lafayette hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 87%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1219.

How much does University of Louisiana at Lafayette cost?

In-state tuition is $10,418, and out-of-state is $24,146. Average net price after financial aid is $13,530.

What is University of Louisiana at Lafayette known for?

Most popular programs include Liberal Arts & General Studies, Health Professions, Business, Management & Marketing.

What's the graduation rate at University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

The 6-year graduation rate is 53%, and 74% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.