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SOWELA Technical Community College

Also known as: SOWELA

3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70615
$3,335
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $3,335

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$3,335
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+$930 fees
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Out-of-State Tuition
+$930 fees
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🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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592 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
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647 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
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28 skiable acres6 lifts

πŸ–οΈ Nearest Beach

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Holly Beach, LA

Ocean access within 30.7 miles

31 mi away

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Cost ItemIn-StateOut-of-State
Tuition$3,335$3,335
Fees$930$930
Total Estimated Cost$4,265$4,265

πŸ’‘ These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

43 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Industrial Production Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
186 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
162 grads/yr
Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
154 grads/yr
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
144 grads/yr$109,483
Business Operations Support and Assistant ServicesCertificate
117 grads/yr

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

Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Associate's89 grads$116,399
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate144 grads$109,483
Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
Associate's69 grads$70,386
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate24 grads$41,735
Accounting and Related Services
Associate's15 grads$26,926
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
Associate's1 grads$24,069
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's19 grads$23,581
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Certificate186 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate162 grads
Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
Certificate154 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as β€”) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is SOWELA Technical Community College located?

SOWELA Technical Community College is located in Lake Charles, LA. The main campus address is 3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Ave, Lake Charles, LA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend SOWELA Technical Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, SOWELA Technical Community College charges $3,335/year for in-state students and $3,335/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $4,265/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use SOWELA Technical Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is SOWELA Technical Community College the right fit for me?

Whether SOWELA Technical Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($3,335/year out-of-state), campus culture in Lake Charles, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh SOWELA Technical Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with SOWELA Technical Community College directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Lake Charles, LA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates

Location

Lake Charles, LA

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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. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.