by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a UL Lafayette degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how UL Lafayette measures up.
UL Lafayette is ranked #1,174 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within Louisiana, it ranks #21 of 47 for value.
These UL Lafayette majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Architecture & Related Services, Other | #2 of 3 |
| Architecture (Other) | #2 of 3 |
| Architecture / Urban Planning | #2 of 3 |
| General Petroleum Engineering | #6 of 17 |
| Petroleum Engineering | #6 of 17 |
| Engineering | #6 of 17 |
| Industrial & Management Engineering | #10 of 33 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | #10 of 39 |
| Interior Architecture | #13 of 30 |
| Industrial Design | #19 of 62 |
Below is the detailed UL Lafayette value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette is ranked #6 out of #50 in Louisiana for quality and #21 out of #47 for Louisiana value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the UL Lafayette financial aid page to be sure.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette is ranked #1,174 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of Louisiana at Lafayette is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UL Lafayette costs about $15,823. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $63,292 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $24,449 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $13,530 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,823 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $63,292 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about UL Lafayette net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UL Lafayette degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $97,796 | — | — |
| All Students | $63,292 | #1,174 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $54,120 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $97,796 | — | — |
| All Students | $63,292 | #21 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $54,120 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UL Lafayette shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,226 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,427 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,448 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,180 |
| Over $110K | $18,398 |
About 79% of UL Lafayette undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,541 per year. Get more details on the UL Lafayette financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UL Lafayette cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.