- Our goal is to provide high quality training and a conceptual understanding of Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, or Hospitality and Culinary Management; to prepare students for entry into mid to upper-mid level positions in the food service industry; and to equip students with the skills necessary for advancement and new enterprise during a culinary arts or management career, including business communications skills and the essentials of food service business management skills.
School Highlights
Louisiana Culinary Institute serves 120 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the state average of 60%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Private-state tuition: $34,100
- Acceptance Rate: 63%
- Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 62%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Louisiana Culinary Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
Diversity
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Louisiana Culinary Institute
(LA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Arts & Design
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
10 staff
54 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Louisiana Culinary Institute has grown by 5% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 21:1 over five years.
The Louisiana Culinary Institute diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has grown by 33% over five years.
Total Enrollment
120 students
722 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
120 students
329 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
393 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
120 students
394 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
120 students
311 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
17 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
844 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
217 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
16%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
5%
% Black
19%
41%
% White
38%
40%
% Hawaiian
21%
1%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
7%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.66
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
87%
39%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
31%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $34,100 is more than the state average of $15,513. The private state tuition has grown by 133% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$34,100
$15,513
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$16,000
$12,567
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
63%
94%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Katelyn Easlick - ProStart and baking teacher at Walker High School; LCI Graduate -
- Chris Mercante - Graduated in 2022; now a chef -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Louisiana Culinary Institute cost?
Louisiana Culinary Institute's private state tuition is approximately $34,100.
What is the acceptance rate of Louisiana Culinary Institute?
The acceptance rate of Louisiana Culinary Institute is 63%, which is lower than the state average of 94%. Louisiana Culinary Institute's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Louisiana with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Louisiana Culinary Institute?
Louisiana Culinary Institute famous alumni include: Katelyn Easlick - ProStart and baking teacher at Walker High School; LCI Graduate and Chris Mercante - Graduated in 2022; now a chef.
What is Louisiana Culinary Institute's ranking?
Louisiana Culinary Institute ranks among the top 20% of community college in Louisiana for: Lowest acceptance rates, Diversity in US community colleges and Highest completion rates.
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