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Lafayette Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Lafayette

There are at least 9 colleges in Lafayette, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 20,623 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 17,424 full-time students, and a reported 2,151 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include University of Louisiana at Lafayette and South Louisiana Community College.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Louisiana Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

  • Lafayette is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.
  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Lafayette.

Lafayette QuickSchools™

We call these QuickSchools™ -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

Blue Cliff College
Lafayette, Louisiana

Originally started as a network of massage therapy schools about 20 years ago, the school now offers additional career programs. There are seven locations but each remains small, helping preserve a sense of personalized attention.

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma
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Remington College
Lafayette, Louisiana

Career college with multiple campuses all across the United States. Instruction with a strong component based on learning by doing.

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Engineering Technician, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma
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Lafayette Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

Aveda Institute-Lafayette
2922 Johnston St
Lafayette, Louisiana 70503-3246

  • Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 88 students, 88 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Louisiana Technical College-Lafayette Campus
1101 Bertrand Dr
Lafayette, Louisiana 70506-4909

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: nursing assistant, medical secretary, licensed practical nurse, health aide, EMT paramedic, administrative assistant, aircraft powerplant tech, surgical tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 969 students, 701 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

Ronnie & Dormans School of Hair Design
2002 Johnston St
Lafayette, Louisiana 70503-2748

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 22 students, 22 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

South Louisiana Community College
320 Devalcourt Street
Lafayette, Louisiana 70506-2030

  • Programs: general studies, kindergarten/preschool teaching, business, industrial tech, criminal justice and safety, EMT paramedic, liberal arts and sciences.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 2,944 students, 1,827 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Unitech Training Academy
3605 Ambassador Caffery
Lafayette, Louisiana 70503

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: phlebotomy, physical therapist assistant, medical office management, pharmacy tech, veterinary assistant, computer and info science, medical assistant, health unit coordinator.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 150 students, 150 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

Cosmetology Training Center
2516 Johnston Street
Lafayette, Louisiana 70506

  • Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 105 students, 105 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette
104 University Circle
Lafayette, Louisiana 70503

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: general studies, registered nursing, business management, computer science, elementary school teaching, marketing, finance, family studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 16,345 students, 14,531 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,151 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)		StudentsDorms
Abbeville Colleges111,887359 
Crowley Colleges114,225207 
New Iberia Colleges132,623507 
Opelousas Colleges222,860629 
St Martinville Colleges16,989309 

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