Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College vs University of Louisiana at Lafayette vs Louisiana Tech University
This page compares Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and Louisiana Tech University — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Louisiana. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College has the largest enrollment (30,594). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College ($61,251). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College | University of Louisiana at Lafayette | Louisiana Tech University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Public |
| In-state tuition | $11,954 | $10,418 | $10,125 |
| Average net price | $19,151 | $13,530 | $11,864 |
| Median student debt | $20,500 | $22,902 | $22,135 |
| Enrollment | 30,594 | 12,428 | 8,312 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 68.8% | 52.6% | 63.8% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $49,218 | $42,668 | $44,903 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $61,251 | $47,089 | $52,279 |
| Admission rate | 73.3% | 87.0% | 86.4% |
| Average SAT score | 1,285 | 1,219 | 1,191 |