- 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 3,670 students (46% 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 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 59%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 3,670 students
- In-state tuition: $3,522
- Out-state tuition: $8,886
- Student-teacher ratio: 48:1
- Minority enrollment: 38%
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 57% over five years.
Louisiana State University-Eunice
(LA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's--Public Rural-serving Small
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Colors
Purple and Gold
Total Faculty
77 staff
18 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 48:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Louisiana State University-Eunice diversity score of 0.53 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,670 students
678 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
48:1
38:1
# Full-Time Students
1,688 students
270 students
# Part-Time Students
1,982 students
408 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
225 students
254 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,688 students
270 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,982 students
1,218 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
217 students
228 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
1%
5%
% Black
28%
40%
% White
62%
41%
% Two or more races
4%
2%
% Unknown races
2%
9%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
17%
39%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,400
$24,500
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
Tuition Notes
$200.10 per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,567
$12,783
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Source: 2025 (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: Largest student body.
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