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Best Value Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Colleges in Louisiana

Ranked by best return on investment (earnings vs. cost). See our methodology.

Louisiana's Family and Consumer Sciences programs show a remarkable cost efficiency, with net prices ranging from just $12,091 at Nicholls State to $20,015 at LSU. Southeastern Louisiana University graduates earn $30,119 annually while paying only $12,174 net cost, creating strong value in a state where consumer advocacy and nutrition education align with the growing health sector and agricultural economy. The TOPS scholarship program makes these already affordable options even more accessible for qualifying Louisiana residents.
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Programs
$12,091 – $20,015
Net Price Range
$28,614
Avg. Program Earnings
48.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,174 $30,119 $8,373 44.8% 99.0%
2 $12,091 $28,236 $8,173 54.3% 98.4%
3 $13,809 $25,889 $8,864 44.6% 97.9%
4 $20,015 $29,685 $11,954 71.0% 75.7%
5 $19,740 $29,141 $9,940 28.5% 53.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $8,000 difference in net costs between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Nicholls State and Southeastern Louisiana offer the lowest net costs at around $12,100, while LSU charges $20,015 despite being public. LSU's higher costs reflect its flagship status and research focus, though all schools benefit from Louisiana's TOPS scholarship program for eligible students.

How do graduation rates compare across these programs?

LSU leads significantly with a 71% graduation rate, more than double Northwestern State's 44.6% and Southeastern's 44.8%. Southern University shows the lowest completion rate at 28.5%, while Nicholls State achieves a solid 54.3% graduation rate.

Does the higher cost at LSU translate to better earnings outcomes?

Surprisingly, Southeastern Louisiana graduates earn $30,119 annually, outpacing LSU graduates who earn $29,685 despite paying $8,000 more in net costs. This makes Southeastern the clear value leader, delivering the highest earnings at the second-lowest price point.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.