Nunez Community College
About Nunez Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Nunez Community College teaches in Chalmette, in the parish east of New Orleans that Hurricane Katrina flooded almost entirely, and it rebuilt with the town. Industrial production technology is among its largest programs.
Founded
1992
Location
Chalmette, Louisiana
Students
1,520
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$4,255
Per year
Avg Net Price
$12,529
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,343
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
27.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
52.4%
Transfer Out
24%
Teaching Quality
29:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
51%
$/Student
$5.6K
Class Size
Large
The 27.3% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,255
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
$18,175
After Financial Aid
$12,529
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,846
Receive Grants
37.7%
Take Loans
36.8%
Tuition is $4,255/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,529.
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 Nunez Community College fund their education.
While in School
37.7%
Get Grants
Free money
36.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,977
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$138/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,000, 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 Nunez Community College.
Gender
63.3%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,520
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
55.2%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
29.4%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 55.2% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,520
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Nunez Community College fields 1 varsity team with 36 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
1
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
36
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
100% / 0%
36
Men
0
Women
1
Men's Teams
0
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Nunez Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,343
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
$45K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$33K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians
—
20 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
13 grads
Legal Support Services
$47K
8 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $35K 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.