- Louisiana State University at Alexandria serves students and enriches community life by providing high quality academic programs in a learning environment that cultivates intellectual, professional, social, and economic growth; promotes research, service, and lifelong learning; and fosters diversity.
School Highlights
Louisiana State University-Alexandria serves 6,815 students (52% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 48:1 is higher than the state community college average of 38:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 59%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 6,815 students
- In-state tuition: $6,009
- Out-state tuition: $12,868
- Acceptance Rate: 92%
- Student-teacher ratio: 48:1
- Minority enrollment: 43%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Louisiana State University-Alexandria ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 141 teachers has declined by 43% over five years.
Louisiana State University-Alexandria
(LA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
4
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
141 staff
18 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
6
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Louisiana State University-Alexandria has grown by 83% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 48:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Louisiana State University-Alexandria diversity score of 0.61 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 33% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,815 students
678 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
48:1
38:1
# Full-Time Students
3,567 students
270 students
# Part-Time Students
3,248 students
408 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
440 students
399 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,567 students
270 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,248 students
1,218 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
390 students
228 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
% Asian
3%
1%
% Hispanic
1%
5%
% Black
19%
40%
% White
57%
41%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
16%
9%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
31%
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,100
$28,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $6,009 is more than the state average of $2,971. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,868 is more than the state average of $6,004. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,009
$2,971
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,868
$6,004
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,500
$12,783
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,041
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
92%
92%
SAT Reading
565
565
SAT Math
525
525
SAT Writing
420
420
ACT Total Avg.
62
62
ACT Composite
21
21
ACT English
21
21
ACT Math
20
20
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Founded in 1959, LSUA is the only public institution of higher education in Central Louisiana. In 1959, the Louisiana Legislature authorized the establishment of LSUA as a two-year commuter college under the governance of the LSU Board of Supervisors. LSUA registered its first students in September of 1960. The first degree program, an Associate in Nursing degree, was initiated in the Division of Nursing in 1964. The additional academic divisions of Liberal Arts, Business Administration, and Sciences were developed in 1967. In 1974, LSUA was accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award associate degrees. This accreditation was reaffirmed in 1984 and 1994. LSUA offers four baccalaureate degrees and several associate degrees, such as Associate in Nursing, Associate of Science, Associate in Criminal Justice, A.S. in Computer Information Technology, and several others. Louisiana State University at Alexandria is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate and baccalaureate degrees.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Charlie Weems – Louisiana Political Hall of Fame -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Louisiana State University-Alexandria cost?
Louisiana State University-Alexandria's tuition is approximately $6,009 for In-State students and $12,868 for Out-State students.
What schools are Louisiana State University-Alexandria often compared to?
Louisiana State University-Alexandriais often viewed alongside schools like Central Louisiana Technical Community College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Louisiana State University-Alexandria?
The acceptance rate of Louisiana State University-Alexandria is 92%, which is equal to the state average of 92%.
Who are famous alumni from Louisiana State University-Alexandria?
Louisiana State University-Alexandria famous alumni include: Charlie Weems – Louisiana Political Hall of Fame.
What is Louisiana State University-Alexandria's ranking?
Louisiana State University-Alexandria ranks among the top 20% of community college in Louisiana for: Largest student body.
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