- The Louisiana Technical College (LTC) delivers instructional programs which provide skilled employees for business and industry that contribute to the overall economic development and workforce needs of the state. The LTC provides individuals with quality and relevant learning opportunities consistent with identified student and business and industry needs within a life-long learning environment.
School Highlights
South Central Louisiana Technical College serves 190 students (54% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 89%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 190 students
- In-state tuition: $2,100
- Out-state tuition: $3,725
- Student:teacher ratio: 3:1
- Minority enrollment: 52%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
South Central Louisiana Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
South Central Louisiana Technical College
(LA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
69 staff
37 staff
Student Body
The student population of South Central Louisiana Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The South Central Louisiana Technical College diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
190 students
672 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
103 students
279 students
# Part-Time Students
87 students
393 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
156 students
233 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
103 students
270 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
17 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
87 students
1,026 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
217 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
32%
% Hispanic
5%
3%
% Black
39%
10%
% White
48%
11%
% Hawaiian
n/a
33%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
2%
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
8%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
38.33%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2709%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$31,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,100 is less than the state average of $2,971. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,725 is less than the state average of $6,004. The out-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,100
$2,971
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,725
$6,004
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates (Year 2019)
$9,500
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2019)
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- South Central Louisiana Technical College (SCLTC) has campus in Morgan City, Thibodaux, Galliano, and Reserve. Our campuses offer certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees leading to exciting careers for students seeking long-term employment. The job market is very competitive. Students completing technical college training programs leave with a competitive edge needed to acquire a great job.With hands-on competency-based instruction, our students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed in the job market and to succeed in life. If our students succeed, then we as technical college educators succeed. We hope that the information provided on this website will be helpful and informative. Feel free to contact us or visit any ofour campuses. Remember, a student's success is our success.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does South Central Louisiana Technical College cost?
South Central Louisiana Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,100 for In-State students and $3,725 for Out-State students.
What is South Central Louisiana Technical College's ranking?
South Central Louisiana Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Louisiana for: Least expensive tuition, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to South Central Louisiana Technical College is South Central Louisiana Technical College-Lafourche Campus (22.3 miles away)
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