Whatever your passion, you can study it here at UL Lafayette.
Academics
A rewarding academic experience awaits you at the 51ÊÓƵ at Lafayette.
With more than 240 majors, concentrations, and minors, our curriculum gives you the flexibility to customize your academic journey to your interests.
And you'll do so at a research institution that is among the Top 3% in the country.
Whatever your path, you will graduate with strong foundations in critical and creative thinking, leadership, research, and writing and speaking.
UL Lafayette is home to some of the best thinking in the world. We have a community where students learn, share what they learn, savor the experience, and thrive — in their studies, careers, and lives.
Advance your undergraduate experience in one of our masters and doctoral programs.
Our online degree and course offerings include 100% online and hybrid options.
A Community of Scholars & Visionaries__
_UL Lafayette is an impressive public university of more than 19,000 students, but being here feels like home.__That’s because we’re a family of collaborative students and inspired faculty — teachers, researchers, scientists, engineers, nurses, and other problem-solvers — generously working and learning together.__
_ _At a Glance
_Do Good Work
Get hands-on experience in labs, clinics, offices and studios.
The Princeton Review recognizes us as among the top 386 best colleges in the country.
Inclusive Excellence
We're committed to racial equity and social justice through education and meaningful actions.
Student Research Experience__
_As an R1 university, we tackle problems that directly impact the public. This mission spans every major at UL Lafayette. Our faculty bring real problems and pressing research questions to class where students like you help find answers and solutions. You’ll see that a top research university really can address large-scale issues with passion and ingenuity — and still nurture individual students with inventive and attentive teaching.__
_ Student Research Opportunities & Outcomes__ __ Connecting Classroom & Community_
_Our student projects, such as , connect with the local community to preserve our shared history and improve quality of life for the future.
_ __ Connecting Classroom & Industry_
_Through internships, you learn the ins and outs of your field while applying your knowledge and making connections.
_ __ Connecting Classroom & Research_
_Work with faculty or partner with outside organizations on large-scale or individual research projects.
_ Student Research Opportunities & Outcomes__ __ Connecting Classroom & the World_
_Study abroad and earn class credit in destinations like England, France, Italy, and Costa Rica.
_ __ _Live & Learn Here
__ Learning Resources_
_We recognize that not all students learn in the same ways or at the same speeds. We’re here to help you excel with a variety of academic support options.
__You can find tutoring, major and career guidance, and writing help on campus.
_ Academic Support Services__ _