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University of Louisiana at Monroe
Monroe, Louisiana · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 700 University Avenue, Monroe, LA 71209 · Phone: (318) 342-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Feb 2024 · Warning · American Dental Association; Apr 2026 · Initial Accreditation.
University of Louisiana at Monroe is a public university in Monroe, Louisiana offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools among others.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of University of Louisiana at Monroe carry a median debt of $21,500 and earn a median of $46,769 ten years after entry; the state average completion rate is 59.2%, but this campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for University of Louisiana at Monroe; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 34.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $28,970 | $36,320 | $38,550 |
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 | Associate degree | 30 | not reported | not reported | $14,943 |
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
University of Louisiana at Monroe is a public university located in Monroe, Louisiana, operating in a small city setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. Among its trade and career-focused offerings, the campus is best known for its medical assistant programs, which enrolled 30 completers in recent federal reporting. The university holds accreditation from a number of bodies, including the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and several health-profession accreditors covering pharmacy, dental, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and nursing fields.
Federal data show a state average completion rate of 59.2%, though this campus's own completion rate and comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $21,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were $46,769. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 34.8% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income students on campus.
This campus, with total undergraduate enrollment of 5,022, functions primarily as a university rather than a short-term trade school, so its single listed trade program — medical assistant training — may suit career changers looking for a credential within a larger academic institution rather than a dedicated vocational school. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status directly with the accreditors listed and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
University of Louisiana at Monroe's federal trade-program data lists medical assistant programs, with 30 completers reported. This is the only trade program family listed for this campus in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools along with several health-profession accreditors such as the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
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, Pell Grants, and federal loans if eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 59.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $21,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $46,769, 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 or check its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-funded aid programs in addition to federal aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length for the medical assistant program 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 through the listed accrediting bodies and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided scorecard URL.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program length or schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit specifically; contact the school to discuss scheduling options for adult students.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for details specific to the medical assistant program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact University of Louisiana at Monroe by phone at (318) 342-1000 or visit its website at https://www.ulm.edu/ for application details.
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; consult the College Scorecard to compare medical assistant programs at other 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.