By UL Lafayette Office of Communications and Marketing
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette has enrolled the largest freshman class in its history.
UL Lafayette welcomed 3,214 first-time freshmen this fall, a 4.8% increase over last year. This is the third year in a row that the incoming freshman class has exceeded 3,000 students, noted Dr. DeWayne Bowie, vice president for Enrollment Management . “Students and families are choosing the University because it offers a combination of excellent academics, a fun and supportive environment, and top-tier research opportunities,” he said.
Members of the Class of 2029 come from 448 high schools and are academically accomplished. They hold a mean cumulative high school GPA of 3.59, a mean core GPA of 3.73, and an ACT Superscore Composite o