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🏆 #60 National Ranking
Lafayette University
Public Comprehensive University
40%
Acceptance
50%
Graduation
20:1
Student:Faculty
11,023
Students
$23,132
Tuition
#60
Ranking
About Lafayette University
Lafayette University is a public comprehensive university located in Lafayette, Louisiana. Founded in 1973, it offers undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields of study.
Special Programs
Study AbroadInternshipsResearch OpportunitiesHonors ProgramOnline CoursesEvening Classes
Quick Facts
TypePublic
CategoryComprehensive University
Established1973
SettingUrban
Campus Size6379 acres
AccreditationMiddle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Academics
134
Undergraduate Programs
35
Graduate Programs
74
Doctoral Programs
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Acceptance Rate40%
Graduation Rate50%
Class SizeSmall (less than 20 students): 70% of classes
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition$23,132
Out-of-State Tuition$53,203
Room & Board$9,299
Books & Supplies$1,422
Total Cost$30,071
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid35%
Average Aid Package$35,823
Scholarships✅ Available
Work-Study❌ Not Available
Admissions
40%
Acceptance Rate
1553
Average SAT
35
Average ACT
$39
Application Fee
Application DeadlineJanuary 1
Test Optional❌ No
Average GPAAverage 3.5
Campus Life
Campus Details
Campus Size6379 acres
SettingUrban
HousingAvailable for all students
Sports DivisionNCAA Division III
MascotSandstorm
Student Body
11,023
Total
7,716
Undergrad
3,307
Graduate
Facilities
LibrariesLaboratoriesSports FacilitiesArts CentersMedical CenterStudent CenterDining Halls
Contact Information
Address
5930 College St, Lafayette, LA 13697
Phone
Email
Website