Blue Cliff College-Lafayette
Blue Cliff College-Lafayette is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Lafayette, LA. It offers 6 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (10/31/1999 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Blue Cliff College-Lafayette is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $26,459. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 75 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 12 months.
The following table shows the 4 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Blue Cliff College-Lafayette.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $26,459 | - | 75 Hours | 12 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $16,683 | - | 53 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 3 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $13,303 | - | 780 Hours | 7 Months | $9,978 |
| 4 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $11,295 | - | 600 Hours | 9 Months | $12,154 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 62 students attended Blue Cliff College-Lafayette in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 9 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 9 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 19 (full-time) and 10 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Blue Cliff College-Lafayette is 50% and the retention rate is 61% at the school.
| Student Population | 62 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 50% |
| Number of Faculty | 18 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Blue Cliff College-Lafayette is $26,459
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
80% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,453 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $26,459 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $13,680 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $10,788 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,453 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Blue Cliff College-Lafayette offers 6 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate, 4 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 125 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 3 | 0 | 77 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 48 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 125 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Blue Cliff College-Lafayette are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 125 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 77 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 48 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 58 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 58 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 0 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 19 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 19 |
| Total | 77 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 0 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 16 completers |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 16 |
| Total | 48 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 62 students have enrolled into Blue Cliff College-Lafayette. By gender, 3 male and 59 female students are attending the school.
There are 5 White (8.06%), 26 Black/African American (41.94%), 1 Asian (1.61%), and 30 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 62 | 3 | 59 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 26 | 1 | 25 |
| Hispanic | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Two More | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Un-Known | 28 | 2 | 26 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 120 James Comeaux Rd., Lafayette, LA
- 337-269-0620
- School Website
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