Cheapest Civil Engineering Colleges in Louisiana

University of New Orleans delivers Civil Engineering education at just $11,147 net cost, nearly half the expense of LSU's $20,015 program. Louisiana's massive petrochemical corridor and Mississippi River port system create steady demand for infrastructure engineers. The state's five Civil Engineering programs span graduation rates from 28% to 71%, while mid-career earnings reach $61,330 at the top end. TOPS scholarships can eliminate tuition entirely for qualifying residents at these public institutions.

Programs

$11,147 – $20,015

Net Price Range

$53,266

Avg. Program Earnings

50.3%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Civil Engineering Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of New Orleans New Orleans, Louisiana	$11,147	$9,172	42.5%	69.8%
2	Louisiana Tech University Ruston, Louisiana	$12,209	$10,125	57.6%	62.4%
3	University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, Louisiana	$14,118	$10,418	52.0%	74.6%
4	Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, Louisiana	$19,740	$9,940	28.5%	53.9%
5	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, Louisiana	$20,015	$11,954	71.0%	75.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of New Orleans so much cheaper than other Louisiana Civil Engineering programs?

UNO's $11,147 net cost reflects both lower base tuition and generous financial aid packages. The school maintains significantly lower costs than LSU's $20,015 despite both being public universities in major Louisiana cities.

How do graduation rates vary among Louisiana's Civil Engineering programs?

Graduation rates span dramatically from Southern University's 28.5% to LSU's 71%. Louisiana Tech falls in the middle at 57.6%, while ULL graduates 52% of students within six years.

Does the TOPS scholarship really cover full tuition at these schools?

TOPS covers full tuition at Louisiana public universities for students meeting academic requirements. With in-state tuition ranging from $9,172 to $11,954 at these Civil Engineering programs, qualifying students pay only fees and living expenses.

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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.