Fletcher Technical Community College
About Fletcher Technical Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Fletcher Technical Community College teaches in the bayou country south of Baton Rouge and trains many of its students for the oil and gas industry along the coast. Nursing and business are among its largest programs.
Founded
1948
Location
Schriever, Louisiana
Students
2,136
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$4,219
Per year
Avg Net Price
$10,527
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$32,189
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
30.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64.7%
Transfer Out
11%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
43.9%
$/Student
$5.5K
Class Size
Large
The 30.2% graduation rate is below average, but 64.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,219
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,353
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,452
After Financial Aid
$10,527
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,049
Receive Grants
59.2%
Take Loans
28.7%
Tuition is $4,219/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,527.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Fletcher Technical Community College fund their education.
While in School
59.2%
Get Grants
Free money
28.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,469
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,064
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$107/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,064, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Fletcher Technical Community College.
Gender
72.9%
Female
27%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,136
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
58.9%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
41.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 73% of the student body. 58.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
2,136
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Fletcher Technical Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$32,189
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
64 grads
Business/Commerce, General
$36K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians
—
17 grads
Accounting and Related Services
—
17 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
15 grads
Median earnings are $32K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.