by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
In the most recent reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at University of Louisiana at Lafayette stood at $10,418 annually. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $24,146. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
Required fees account for amounted to $5,011 in-state and $5,011 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,407 | $19,135 |
| Fees | $5,011 | $5,011 |
| Total | $10,418 | $24,146 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much would University of Louisiana at Lafayette cost if you attend part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
For some context, here is how University of Louisiana at Lafayette prices compare to peer schools. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In LA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, University of Louisiana at Lafayette is fairly typical on price.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. See the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Financial Aid page to learn more.
Tuition at University of Louisiana at Lafayette has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $5,407 | $19,135 |
| Two Years Ago | $5,407 | $19,135 |
| One Year Ago | $5,407 | $19,135 |
| Most Recent Year | $5,407 | $19,135 |
This chart shows the way tuition at UL Lafayette has tracked over the reported years.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 0.23%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $10,442. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 0.10%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $24,170.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $10,442 | $24,170 |
| In 2 Years | $10,466 | $24,194 |
| In 3 Years | $10,490 | $24,218 |
| In 4 Years | $10,514 | $24,242 |
| In 5 Years | $10,538 | $24,266 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $96,824, versus roughly $41,912 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For more on the aid available at University of Louisiana at Lafayette, see the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Financial Aid page.
