Economic Impact
$2.2 BILLION
into Louisiana’s economy every year
$792 MILLION
in annual wages for workers in Louisiana
$1.5 BILLION
annual college and university operations expenses in Louisiana
$74 MILLION
contributions to state and local taxes every year
$303 MILLION
in annual wages for workers in Louisiana
$348 MILLION
in instruction, student services, and academic support for students
ALUMNI OUTCOMES STUDY
Each year, nearly 27,000 students choose an independent college or university, representing 14% of the state's undergraduate students. Independent colleges invest $348 million each year to support students in their academic pursuits. Independent institutions exceed expectations and graduate 17% of the students earning bachelor's degrees in the state each year.
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Our Students
LAICU colleges and universities serve students from every district in Louisiana and globally.
By The Numbers
LAICU colleges and universities awarded 73,340 degrees and certificates in the past decade.
11:1
Average ratio of students to faculty
82%
Percentage of students who receive institutional grants or scholarships
Critical Impact
792Million in Annual Wages
19,380
Jobs for Louisiana Workers
48,860
Alumni Living & Working in Louisiana
9,000
People Directly Employed
