Location: Lafayette, LA•In-State Tuition: $10,418•Out-of-State Tuition: $24,146•Admission Rate: 89%•Avg SAT: 1219
Median Earnings (1yr)
$28,587
12th percentile
Est. Median Debt
$23,280
Est. from national median (97 programs)
Sample: 21 graduates Limited data

Where University of Louisiana at Lafayette Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all hospitality administration/management bachelors's programs nationally

University of Louisiana at Lafayette (estimated ±10%)Other hospitality administration/management programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How University of Louisiana at Lafayette graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Louisiana at Lafayette earns $29k — 12th percentile among hospitality administration/management bachelors programs.

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
University of Louisiana at Lafayette$28,587$38,783+36%
Cornell University$77,803$81,947+5%
George Washington University$53,625$76,383+42%
University of Delaware$37,563$61,655+64%
University of New Orleans$27,878$44,270+59%

Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana

Hospitality Administration/Management bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (4 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
University of Louisiana at LafayetteLafayette$10,418$28,587$38,783$23,280*—
Northwestern State University of LouisianaNatchitoches$8,864$35,452—$20,500*0.58
University of New OrleansNew Orleans$9,172$27,878$44,270$23,905*0.86
National Median—$34,675—$23,920*0.69
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with hospitality administration/management graduates

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling

Plan, direct, or coordinate entertainment and recreational activities and operations of a recreational facility, including cruise ships and parks.

$77,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Lodging Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations.

$68,130/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Food Service Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.

$65,310/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

Coordinate activities of staff, convention personnel, or clients to make arrangements for group meetings, events, or conventions.

$59,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Gambling Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate gambling operations in a casino. May formulate house rules.

$35,630/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers in assigned gambling areas. May circulate among tables, observe operations, and ensure that stations and games are covered for each shift. May verify and pay off jackpots. May reset slot machines after payoffs and make repairs or adjustments to slot machines or recommend removal of slot machines for repair. May plan and organize activities and services for guests in hotels/casinos.

$35,630/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Personal Service Managers, All Other

All personal service managers not listed separately.

Fitness and Wellness Coordinators

Manage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health educators, or fitness instructors.

Spa Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of a spa facility. Coordinate programs, schedule and direct staff, and oversee financial activities.

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At University of Louisiana at Lafayette, approximately 39% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Sample Size: Based on 21 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.