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Louisiana State University-Alexandria
Alexandria, Louisiana · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 8100 Hwy 71 South, Alexandria, LA 71302 · Phone: (318) 445-3672 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Dec 2023 · Other · Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology; Jun 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Louisiana State University-Alexandria is a public trade/career school in Alexandria, LA offering pharmacy technician and radiology & sonography programs, accredited by SACS.
Median graduate debt is $19,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,205, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate versus the state average is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 35.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy technicians | $36,100 | $44,410 | $47,970 |
| 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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | $39,737 | not reported | not reported |
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.
About this school
Louisiana State University-Alexandria is a public college in Alexandria, Louisiana. It participates in federal student aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Among its trade and career-focused offerings, the school awards the most credentials in pharmacy technician programs (8 completions) and radiology & sonography programs (7 completions), across 2 program families and roughly 15 total trade completers.
On outcomes, the campus's completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the statewide average completion rate is 59.2%. Median debt for graduates is $19,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,205, according to federal reporting. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 35.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students attend this campus, located in a fringe rural setting with total undergraduate enrollment of 5,632.
This campus, with its smaller trade-focused program count alongside a much larger overall undergraduate population, may suit students looking for pharmacy technician or radiology/sonography training within a larger public university setting rather than a standalone vocational school. Program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career-changers should contact the school directly to confirm fit. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check with the listed accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers pharmacy technician programs (8 completions) and radiology & sonography programs (7 completions), spanning 2 program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported in federal data. The statewide average completion rate is 59.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $19,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,205, per federal reporting.
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 at (318) 445-3672 or visit https://www.lsua.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means state-subsidized tuition and eligibility for the same federal aid programs as other public colleges.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is 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 confirm accreditation status with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and other named accreditors, and review official outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?159382.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows short, focused programs in pharmacy technician and radiology/sonography fields, but specific scheduling or format details for career-changers are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
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 or relevant state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (318) 445-3672 or through its website at https://www.lsua.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this listing; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?159382 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.