Hospitality Administration/Management at University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Louisiana at Lafayette graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Louisiana at Lafayette graduates earn $29k, placing them in the 12th percentile of all hospitality administration/management bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana
Hospitality Administration/Management bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette | $28,587 | $38,783 | — | — |
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana | $35,452 | — | $20,500 | 0.58 |
| University of New Orleans | $27,878 | $44,270 | $23,905 | 0.86 |
| National Median | $34,675 | — | $23,920 | 0.69 |
Other Hospitality Administration/Management Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches | $8,864 | $35,452 | $20,500 |
| University of New Orleans New Orleans | $9,172 | $27,878 | $23,905 |
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.