- The mission of Baton Rouge Community College is to identify and meet the educational and workforce needs of our community through innovative, accessible, and dynamic programs. Baton Rouge Community College aspires to be the leader in providing world class educational opportunities for our community. World class is excellence in teaching, access for all, and a sustaining resource for the economic development for the state of louisiana.
School Highlights
Baton Rouge Community College serves 11,182 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 49:1 is higher than the state community college average of 38:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 59%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 11,182 students
- In-state tuition: $3,693
- Out-state tuition: $7,771
- Student-teacher ratio: 49:1
- Minority enrollment: 65%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Baton Rouge Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 229 teachers has declined by 45% over five years.
Baton Rouge Community College
(LA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's--Public Rural-serving Small
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
229 staff
18 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Baton Rouge Community College has grown by 51% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 49:1 has increased from 19:1 over five years.
The Baton Rouge Community College diversity score of 0.59 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,182 students
357 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
49:1
38:1
# Full-Time Students
4,346 students
270 students
# Part-Time Students
6,836 students
408 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
11,182 students
315 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,346 students
270 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
6,836 students
1,218 students
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
5%
5%
% Black
53%
40%
% White
35%
41%
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
9%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
16%
39%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) (Year 2013)
$39,100
$28,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,693 is less than the state average of $4,056. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,771 is more than the state average of $6,873. The out-state tuition has grown by 84% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,693
$4,056
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,771
$6,873
Tuition Notes
Tuition and Fees at Baton Rouge Community College can be found at mybrcc.edu
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,783
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Baton Rouge Community College cost?
Baton Rouge Community College's tuition is approximately $3,693 for In-State students and $7,771 for Out-State students.
What is Baton Rouge Community College's ranking?
Baton Rouge Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Louisiana for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Baton Rouge Community College located?
Baton Rouge Community College is located in the Mid City South neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 2 other community '.colleges.' located in Mid City South.
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