Campus Identity
Avery James College is a private for-profit college in Lake Charles, LA. The campus sits on Mud Lake, just 10 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Avery James College is a private for-profit college in Lake Charles, LA. The campus sits on Mud Lake, just 10 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Avery James College is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 594 miles from Hidden Valley Ski Area.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Urban setting
Weather
Hot Climate
65°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Avery James College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Hidden Valley Ski Area, 594 miles away with 7 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 785 miles of campus.
Missouri
Missouri
Illinois
Lake Life Campus
Mud Lake is 10 miles from campus, making it a true lake-life school, giving Avery James College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Mud Lake
Lake access within 9.6 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Lake Charles, LA
Lake Charles has a warm climate, with winters averaging 53°F in Jan and summers peaking around 84°F in Aug.
Station: LAKE CHARLES REGIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Avery James College in LA earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
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What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
1 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Avery James College located?
Avery James College is located in Lake Charles, LA. The main campus address is 2948 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
Is Avery James College the right fit for me?
Whether Avery James College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($18,360/year after aid), campus culture in Lake Charles, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Avery James College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Avery James College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- For-Profit
- Location
- Lake Charles, LA
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Hot · 65°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Lake Charles, LA (LCH) · 5 mialso DRI (44 mi), BPT (51 mi)
Official Links
Location
Lake Charles, LA