- LSU Eunice, a member of the Louisiana State University System, is a comprehensive, open admissions institution of higher education. The University is dedicated to high quality, low-cost education and is committed to academic excellence and the dignity and worth of the individual. To this end, LSU Eunice offers associate degrees, certificates and continuing education programs as well as transfer curricula. Its curricula span the liberal arts, sciences, business and technology, pre-professional and professional areas for the benefit of a diverse population. All who can benefit from its resources deserve the opportunity to pursue the goal of lifelong learning and to expand their knowledge and skills at LSU Eunice.
School Highlights
Louisiana State University-Eunice serves 3,023 students (52% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is same as the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 89%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 3,023 students
- In-state tuition: $3,522
- Out-state tuition: $8,886
- Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Louisiana State University-Eunice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 183 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Louisiana State University-Eunice
(LA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
183 staff
37 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Louisiana State University-Eunice has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Louisiana State University-Eunice diversity score of 0.51 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,023 students
672 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
1,573 students
279 students
# Part-Time Students
1,450 students
393 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
198 students
233 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,573 students
270 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
17 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,450 students
1,026 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
217 students
217 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
26%
32%
% Hispanic
n/a
3%
% Black
3%
10%
% White
2%
11%
% Hawaiian
65%
33%
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
8%
Diversity Score
0.51
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.131%
0.469%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2709%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,400
$28,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,522 is more than the state average of $2,971. The in-state tuition has declined by 25% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,886 is more than the state average of $6,004. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,522
$2,971
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,886
$6,004
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,567
$12,567
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- LSU Eunice is committed to maintaining the highest academic and professional standards in all of its educational and related programs and services. To this end, the University will endeavor to recruit the best qualified personnel available for its various programs and will encourage the professional growth of administrators, faculty, and staff as a continuous process. LSU Eunice first opened its doors in 1967. Since then, some 40,000+ students have enrolled. During their time at LSUE, they gained new knowledge and skills that they have been able to share as productive citizens of Southwest Louisiana. LSU Eunice is located just southwest of Eunice along Louisiana Highway 755 on a 196-acre tract of land originally belonging to the Arnold LeDoux family, which donated fifty acres for the establishment of the University campus. The University originally purchased an additional fifty acres and later acquired another 95.83 acres for future expansion. The campus is located in Acadia Parish, near the boundaries of Evangeline and St. Landry Parishes, in a rich and fertile section of Southwest Louisiana referred to as 'the tri-parish area.'
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Louisiana State University-Eunice cost?
Louisiana State University-Eunice's tuition is approximately $3,522 for In-State students and $8,886 for Out-State students.
What is Louisiana State University-Eunice's ranking?
Louisiana State University-Eunice ranks among the top 20% of community college in Louisiana for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Largest student body.
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