Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private For-Profit2-year

Blue Cliff College-Lafayette

Lafayette, Louisiana · City: MidsizeOfficial Website ↗

#1977
Nationally
#25
In Louisiana
161
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
51/100
Good
#1977 nationally
#25 in Louisiana
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability59
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth38

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Blue Cliff College-Lafayette is a private for-profit two-year community college located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The college enrolls approximately 161 undergraduate students. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $21,429 after grants and scholarships — reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$21,429
Student Body
161
Total Undergrads
94% F / 6% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 17%
Hispanic 1%
Black 50%
Asian 1%
Two or more 2%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Small campus environment (161 students) — more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • ·Net price for families earning under $30K is $21,429/yr — explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationLafayette, Louisiana
SettingCity: Midsize
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$21,429
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships — not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#25
in Louisiana out of 7+ colleges
#1977
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.