Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Lafayette, Louisiana |
| Online | louisiana.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Lafayette, Louisiana, University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 10,409 prospective students applied, and 8,155 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,693 enrolled in the school. 11,966 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,259 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $5,407 plus fees of $4,939. UL Lafayette is ranked 704 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UL Lafayette is rated within the lower 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Louisiana at Lafayette within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#704 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#253 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Louisiana
#3 in Best Public Colleges in Louisiana
#35 in Best Value Colleges in Louisiana
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1023/1198 |
| ACT | 19/24 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Louisiana Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $4,939 |
| Room and Board | $11,784 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,290 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,720 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $4,939 |
| Room and Board | $11,784 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,290 |
| Total One Year Cost | $41,448 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 23% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 15% |
| Education | 11% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Engineering | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=160658 IPEDS survey data for University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
Current students may use the University of Louisiana at Lafayette GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.