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Blue Cliff College-Metairie

Metairie, LA·For-Profit·www.bluecliffcollege.edu/
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Campus Identity

Lake Life

Blue Cliff College-Metairie is a private for-profit college in Metairie, LA. The campus sits on Lake Ponchartrain, just 2 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 82/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Blue Cliff College-Metairie is a private for-profit college in Metairie, LA. The campus sits on Lake Ponchartrain, just 2 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 82/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Campus Lifestyle

Blue Cliff College-Metairie is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 590 miles from Hidden Valley Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Ski Access

590 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Hot Climate

67°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Blue Cliff College-Metairie students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Hidden Valley Ski Area, 590 miles away with 7 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 787 miles of campus.

590 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
627 mi away
65 skiable acres8 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts

Lake Life Campus

Lake Ponchartrain is 2 miles from campus, making it a true lake-life school, giving Blue Cliff College-Metairie students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.

Lake Ponchartrain

Lake access within 1.7 miles

2 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Metairie, LA

Metairie has a warm climate, with winters averaging 55°F in Jan and summers peaking around 86°F in Aug.

55°Jan59°Feb65°Mar71°Apr79°May84°Jun85°Jul86°Aug82°Sep74°Oct64°Nov58°Dec

Station: NEW ORLEANS AUDUBON · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Blue Cliff College-Metairie in LA earns a composite safety score of 82/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

82/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10040100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
40/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

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.

$9,863avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

12 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
154 grads/yr$20,663
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesCertificate
108 grads/yr$27,067
Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsCertificate
22 grads/yr$30,134
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic ServicesCertificate
13 grads/yr$26,806

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Certificate$38,728
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Associate's$32,004
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Certificate$31,420
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's$30,413
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Certificate22 grads$30,134
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Certificate$28,745
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate108 grads$27,067
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services
Certificate13 grads$26,806
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate154 grads$20,663
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Associate's

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 Blue Cliff College-Metairie located?

Blue Cliff College-Metairie is located in Metairie, LA. The main campus address is 3200 Cleary Ave, Metairie, LA. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

Is Blue Cliff College-Metairie the right fit for me?

Whether Blue Cliff College-Metairie is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($9,863/year after aid), campus culture in Metairie, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Blue Cliff College-Metairie against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Blue Cliff College-Metairie directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
For-Profit
Location
Metairie, LA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 67°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
82/100
Nearest Airport
New Orleans, LA (MSY) · 6 mialso NEW (9 mi), NBG (15 mi)

Location

Metairie, LA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.