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Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, Louisiana · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: University Station La Hwy 1, Thibodaux, LA 70310 · Phone: (877) 642-4655 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Nicholls State University is a public trade/career school in Thibodaux, LA offering culinary & pastry programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
The statewide average completion rate is 59.2%, though this campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus. Median graduate debt is $22,675 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $45,454, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Nicholls State University participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and about 34.1% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $32,320 | $45,570 | $59,020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | 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
Nicholls State University is a public university in Thibodaux, Louisiana, that participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The university holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditors including the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Within its trade and career training offerings, its most notable program family is culinary & pastry schools, which produced 14 completers in the reporting period, out of a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,737 students.
Federal data shows a median debt of $22,675 among graduates and median earnings of $45,454 ten years after entry. The statewide average completion percentage is 59.2%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 34.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students enrolled.
This campus may suit students interested in culinary and pastry training within a broader public university setting, though details on program length and format are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career-changer fit cannot be confirmed from available figures. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcome data directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the university, since not every figure relevant to a specific program is captured in the federal reporting used here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Nicholls State University's federally reported trade program family is culinary & pastry schools, with 14 completers reported. No other trade program families are listed in the data provided.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with regional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, plus program-level accreditation from bodies including the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial 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?
This campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The statewide average completion rate is 59.2%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not available.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $22,675, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates are $45,454 ten years after entry, 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 directly for current tuition and fees.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Nicholls State University is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition for in-state residents compared to private for-profit schools, though specific costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?159966, or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career-changers cannot be confirmed from the data provided, since program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after program completion are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Nicholls State University at (877) 642-4655 or visit https://www.nicholls.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools offering the same trade is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for nearby program listings.
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- Fletcher Technical Community CollegeThibodaux, LA
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- Williams Technical CollegeHouma, LA · 85% completion
- Omega Institute of CosmetologyHouma, LA · 97% completion
- Assumption Parish School DistrictNapoleonville, LA
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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.