Below Average

Score: 43/100

Avery James College

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 50%

Outcomes

47/100

Affordability

43/100

Resources

50/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

21/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

50%

Graduation Rate

57%

Retention Rate

19.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Avery James College Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $103,062
Avg rent near campus: $1,056/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 70601 (8.0% cap, Lake Charles)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

79%

Receive Any Aid

67%

Receive Pell Grants

77%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 20 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Avery James College's top programs commonly pursue.

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

100%

Women

73%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 24%

Hispanic 4%

Black 57%

Asian 1%

Two or More 12%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 73%

25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Avery James College?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend Avery James College?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Avery James College?

The graduation rate at Avery James College is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Avery James College a good school?

Avery James College has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Avery James College?

Avery James College has a total enrollment of 74 students. Most students (73%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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