Nunez Community College
Nunez Community College is a public institution located in Chalmette, LA, offering 26 distinct degree programs across various fields of study. Nunez Community College provides students with educational opportunities designed to prepare them for success in their chosen fields.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,255
- 2024 Average Net Price: $10,017 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,495 N/A% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 17.95%
Costs
Tuition Costs
$4,255
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Nunez Community College was $4,255.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$10,017
2024 Value
In 2024 Nunez Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $10,017.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$40,068 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$10,017 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$17,020 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Nunez Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
41.87% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
33.72% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Nunez Community College was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
N/A% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Nunez Community College in 2024 is 1,495 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
17.31% 100% Completion Time
17.95% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 17.31% of students graduating from Nunez Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Nunez Community College.
Return on Investment
$13,000 Median Student Debt
$35,343 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
36.78% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
782.08% Return on Investment
3.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Nunez Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 24.0102: 109 completions
CIP 15.0699: 81 completions
Licensed Practical & Vocational Nurse Training: 81 completions
CIP 15.0404: 74 completions
Personal Services - 12.0503: 69 completions
Welding Technology: 65 completions
CIP 12.0501: 59 completions
CIP 46.0302: 57 completions
CIP 15.0801: 43 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 943 completions
Most popular programs at Nunez Community College.
Employment Outcomes
$32,367 Median Earnings (6 years after entry)
$32,625 Median Earnings (8 years after entry)
$35,343 Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
Earnings outcomes for Nunez Community College graduates.
About
Nunez Community College is a public institution located in Chalmette, LA, offering 26 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,495 students. The institution maintains a 17.95% graduation rate. Approximately 41.87% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Chalmette, LA 70043
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 17.95% graduation rate at Nunez Community College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.