UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT LAFAYETTE (UL)
- 104 University Circle
- Lafayette, LA 70503
- OPEID College Code: 00203100
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- General Phone: (377) 482-1000
- President: E. Joseph Savoie
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 16,361
- College Alias: UL
- College Mascot: Ragin' Cajuns
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- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Research Universities (High Research Activity)
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Stem Dominant
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: admissions.louisiana.edu
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 3,201 | 4,383 | 7,584 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 2,148 (67%) | 2,947 (67%) | 5,095 (67%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 1,152 (54%) | 1,454 (49%) | 2,606 (51%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 160 | 6% |
| ACT ® Exam | 2,514 | 94% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | - | - |
| SAT ® Math | - | - |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 20 | 24 |
| ACT ® English | 20 | 25 |
| ACT ® Math | 19 | 24 |
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: UL Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 88%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 28% | 27% | 77% | 31% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,978 | $4,117 | $2,809 | $2,109 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.3% | 7.9% | 5.3% |
| Number in Default | 136 | 223 | 173 |
| Number in Repayment | 2,142 | 2,793 | 3,253 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $4,016 | $3,574 | $3,402 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $4,016 | $3,574 | $3,402 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $12,588 | $9,754 | $9,582 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,680 | $4,200 | $3,820 |
| Other Expenses | $2,868 | $2,970 | $2,667 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,236 | $7,814 | $7,701 |
| Other Expenses | $3,398 | $3,598 | $3,161 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,398 | $3,598 | $3,161 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $12,764 | $11,944 | $11,089 |
| In-State | $12,764 | $11,944 | $11,089 |
| Out of State | $21,336 | $18,124 | $17,269 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $16,850 | $16,186 | $15,464 |
| In-State | $16,850 | $16,186 | $15,464 |
| Out of State | $25,422 | $22,366 | $21,644 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $8,614 | $8,372 | $7,763 |
| In-State | $8,614 | $8,372 | $7,763 |
| Out of State | $17,186 | $14,552 | $13,943 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 16,361 Undergraduate: 14,832 Graduate: 1,529
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 6,997 Female: 9,364
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 6,253 Female: 8,579
- Graduate Gender Male: 744 Female: 785
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 13,419 Part-Time: 2,942
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 12,530 Part-Time: 2,302
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 889 Part-Time: 640
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 680 | 4% |
| American Indian | 73 | 0.4% |
| Black | 2,944 | 18% |
| Asian | 277 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 319 | 2% |
| White | 11,666 | 71% |
| Unknown | 402 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 261 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 4,523 | 28% |
| Ages 20-21 | 4,277 | 26% |
| Ages 22-24 | 3,544 | 22% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,803 | 11% |
| Ages 30-34 | 701 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 361 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 385 | 2% |
| Ages 50-65 | 243 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 263 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 2,007 | 1,852 | 155 |
| Faculty Status | 781 | 640 | 141 |
| Tenured Faculty | 328 | 326 | 2 |
| Graduate Assistants | 649 | - | 649 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 749 | 609 | 140 |
| Primarily Instruction | 749 | 609 | 140 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 89 | 89 | - |
| Other Professionals | 401 | 390 | 11 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 768 | 764 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 209 | 209 | - |
| Skilled Crafts | 88 | 88 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 185 | 184 | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $70,010 (597) | $78,336 (338) | $59,144 (259) |
| Professor | $103,943 (142) | $107,546 (110) | $91,557 (32) |
| Associate Professor | $75,070 (135) | $76,726 (93) | $71,403 (42) |
| Assistant Professor | $61,229 (165) | $61,534 (91) | $60,854 (74) |
| Instructor | $43,863 (155) | $43,467 (44) | $44,020 (111) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $80,461 (3) | $90,192 (2) | $61,000 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $106,619 (1) | $106,619 (1) | - (-) |
| Instructor | $67,383 (2) | $73,765 (1) | $61,000 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $69,989 (600) | $78,310 (340) | $59,108 (260) |
| Professor | $103,943 (142) | $107,546 (110) | $91,557 (32) |
| Associate Professor | $75,159 (136) | $76,837 (94) | $71,403 (42) |
| Assistant Professor | $61,229 (165) | $61,534 (91) | $60,854 (74) |
| Instructor | $44,007 (157) | $43,842 (45) | $44,073 (112) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
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| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $2,273,800 | $1,422,168 | $851,632 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 63% | 37% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 382 | 252 | 130 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 382 | 252 | 130 |
| Baseball | 37 | 37 | - |
| Basketball | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| All Track Combined | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Football | 122 | 122 | - |
| Golf | 12 | 12 | - |
| Soccer | 23 | - | 23 |
| Softball | 26 | - | 26 |
| Tennis | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Volleyball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $144,808 | $70,664 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $87,101 | $41,873 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| All Track Combined | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Football | 10 | 10 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 9 | 9 | - |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Tennis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 76%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 50%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 42% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 37% |
| Female | 46% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 46% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 26% |
| Asian | 40% |
| Hispanic | 40% |
| White | 46% |
| Unknown | 20% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 13% |
| 5 Years | 33% |
| 6 Years | 42% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 3 | 11 |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | - |
| Drug Related | 8 | 11 |
| Liquor Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 12 | 2 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | - |
| Burglary | 31 | 4 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009