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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University

Baton Rouge, Louisiana · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:

Phlebotomy classesMedical assistant programsRadiology & sonography programs
not reportedcompletion rate · Louisiana avg 59%
$27,672median debt of graduates
$55,851median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$59,419median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and D | Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing | American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Edu | Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs | Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (Accredited)
Address: 5414 Brittany Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808 · Phone: (225) 526-1700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is a private non-profit trade and career school in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, offering phlebotomy, medical assistant, and radiology programs, accredited by SACS and specialized accreditors.

The state average completion rate is 59.2%, though this campus's rate and comparison are not reported for this campus in federal data; median graduate debt is $27,672 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $59,419, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 31.2% of students receive Pell Grants.

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Phlebotomists$29,770$36,120$44,130
Medical assistants$28,970$36,320$38,550
Radiologic technologists and technicians$50,030$63,680$76,240

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Louisiana (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.

Trade programs at this campus

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Certificate, under 300 hours 12 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Associate degree 11 $44,905 $46,899 $19,667
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 7 not reported not reported $16,750

Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.

Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.

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About this school

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is a private non-profit university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and its programs are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools along with several specialized accreditors, including bodies covering nursing, physical therapy, nutrition and dietetics, and radiologic technology. Among its trade and career-focused offerings, the university awards the most completions in phlebotomy classes, medical assistant programs, and radiology & sonography programs.

Federal data shows 30 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 821. The completion rate compared to the state average of 59.2% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $27,672, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $59,419. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 31.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of financially need-based enrollment.

This campus, located in a midsize city, may suit students interested in short, focused certificate-style programs such as phlebotomy and medical assisting, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so those considering a career change should confirm timelines directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes through the listed accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

The campus offers phlebotomy classes, medical assistant programs, and radiology & sonography programs, with phlebotomy having the most completions (12).

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with specialized accreditors including bodies for nursing, physical therapy, nutrition and dietetics, and radiologic technology.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants can be used.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The campus-specific completion rate and its comparison to the Louisiana state average of 59.2% are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard for details.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $27,672, per federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are $59,419, per federal data.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition figures.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

This is a private non-profit school, which typically means tuition revenue is reinvested into the institution rather than distributed to shareholders.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the listed accrediting bodies and check outcomes data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data does not specify adult learner fit; program lengths and formats are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career changers should contact the school to confirm scheduling options.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to learn about credentialing tied to specific programs.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach the school at (225) 526-1700 or visit https://www.franu.edu/ for application information.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard link can be used to look up nearby institutions for comparison.

Other trade and career schools in Baton Rouge, LA

See all trade and career schools in Louisiana or search by ZIP code.

Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.

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