Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering at University of Louisiana at Lafayette

University of Louisiana at Lafayette's electrical engineering program produces graduates earning $76,191 in their first year—nearly matching both the national and Louisiana state medians. This puts the program squarely in the middle of the pack, ranking around the 40th percentile both nationally and statewide. For context, graduates here earn slightly less than peers from UNO ($78,215) and LSU ($77,238), but meaningfully more than Louisiana Tech graduates ($71,994).

The debt picture is reasonable but not exceptional. At $25,750, graduates carry slightly more debt than the state median ($24,059), though the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.34 means most graduates will be earning roughly three times their total debt in their first year—a manageable starting point. Earnings do grow to $85,554 by year four, a solid 12% increase that suggests career progression is on track.

For Louisiana families, this represents a functional path into electrical engineering without standout advantages or major red flags. The 89% admission rate makes it accessible, and the moderate debt load won't be crushing. However, if your student can gain admission to UNO or LSU, those programs deliver similar or better outcomes. UL Lafayette works as a reliable backup option, particularly for students prioritizing proximity to Lafayette or seeking the most accessible entry point into the field.