South Louisiana Community College Tuition & Completion
South Louisiana Community College is a public community college in Lafayette, Louisiana, serving roughly 5,035 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $12,564 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,210. Student demographics in federal data include White (44.7%) and Black or African American (42.9%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,210
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,564 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 5,035 60.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 30.42%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 51.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 3.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 46.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 8,241
- Room & Board: $14,700 annual estimate
South Louisiana Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about South Louisiana Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is South Louisiana Community College?
South Louisiana Community College is located in Lafayette, LA (ZIP 70506-4109).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is South Louisiana Community College public or private?
South Louisiana Community College is a Public institution.
How much does South Louisiana Community College cost?
Published tuition: $4,210.
Average net price after aid: $12,564.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,793 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,823 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,266 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,106 |
| $110,001+ | $17,696 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $16,840.
How big is South Louisiana Community College?
Total enrollment: 5,035 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 8,241 students.
About 61% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at South Louisiana Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 30.42%.
First-year retention: 53.6%.
What do graduates of South Louisiana Community College earn?
Median earnings: $29,580 six years after entry; $31,432 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $11,000.
50.28% of students receive Pell grants.
What is South Louisiana Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (1,442 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (320 completions)
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications (205 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (202 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (175 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (143 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (127 completions)
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training (101 completions)
- Electrician (97 completions)
- Industrial Radiologic Technology/Technician (96 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is South Louisiana Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 30.42%; median earnings $31,432 at 10 years; net price $12,564. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,210
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at South Louisiana Community College was $4,210.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,564
2024 Value
In 2024 South Louisiana Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,564.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$50,256 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,564 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$16,840 4-Year Tuition
$14,700 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,354 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$20,264 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$81,056 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for South Louisiana Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
50.28% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
35.94% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at South Louisiana Community College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for South Louisiana Community College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $3,151 | $5,832 | $6,892 |
| 2014 | $3,581 | $6,761 | $7,356 |
| 2015 | $3,974 | $7,579 | $7,630 |
| 2016 | $4,205 | $8,680 | $8,119 |
| 2017 | $4,205 | $7,810 | $9,137 |
| 2018 | $4,205 | $7,810 | $9,153 |
| 2019 | $4,205 | $7,810 | $10,155 |
| 2020 | $4,205 | $4,205 | $8,753 |
| 2021 | $4,205 | $4,205 | $9,317 |
| 2022 | $4,205 | $4,205 | $9,348 |
| 2023 | $4,210 | $4,210 | $9,684 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & 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 & Student Demographics
South Louisiana Community College reported total enrollment of about 5,035 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 36% male and 64% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (44.7%), Black or African American (42.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (4.7%). About 50.28% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 51.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
60.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at South Louisiana Community College in 2024 is 5,035 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 8,241 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
53.6%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 44.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
16.97% 100% Completion Time
30.42% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 16.97% of students graduating from South Louisiana Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 27% male / 73% female
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 59% male / 41% female
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications: 80% male / 20% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for South Louisiana Community College.
Return on Investment
$11,000 Median Student Debt
$31,432 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.00% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
525.44% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for South Louisiana Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 34 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 1,442 completions
2. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 320 completions
3. Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications: 205 completions
4. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 202 completions
5. Welding Technology/Welder: 175 completions
6. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 143 completions
7. Business/Commerce, General: 127 completions
8. Culinary Arts/Chef Training: 101 completions
9. Electrician: 97 completions
Most popular programs at South Louisiana Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for South Louisiana Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for South Louisiana Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 46.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,391
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,193
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
South Louisiana Community College is a public institution located in Lafayette, LA, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. Enrollment is approximately 5,035 students. Student body composition includes White (44.7%), Black or African American (42.9%), Hispanic or Latino (4.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 30.42%. Approximately 50.28% of students receive Pell Grants. About 51.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Location
Lafayette, LA 70506-4109
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 30.42% graduation rate at South Louisiana 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is South Louisiana Community College located?
South Louisiana Community College is located in Lafayette, LA.
How much does South Louisiana Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $4,210 and average net price is $12,564 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,700 annually.
What is the student body demographics at South Louisiana Community College?
South Louisiana Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 8,241 students, White (44.7%), Black or African American (42.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend South Louisiana Community College?
About 51.7% of students at South Louisiana Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of South Louisiana Community College earn?
Median earnings are $29,580 six years after entry and $31,432 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at South Louisiana Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 30.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do South Louisiana Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $11,000.
Is South Louisiana Community College public or private?
South Louisiana Community College is a public institution located in Lafayette, LA.
Is South Louisiana Community College an HBCU?
No. South Louisiana Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is South Louisiana Community College a tribal college?
No. South Louisiana Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is South Louisiana Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, South Louisiana Community College does not meet that proxy (reported share 4.7%).
Is South Louisiana Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for South Louisiana Community College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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
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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.