Colleges Near Independence

Colleges and universities near me in the Independence, Louisiana area

There are 45 colleges within 100 miles of Independence enrolling a total of 207,972 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Louisiana with a population of 1,665, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Independence. The nearest college is Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond at a distance of 8.7 miles from Independence. Driving time to these schools from Independence should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge which is ranked #287 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Louisiana State University enrolling 39,418 students. In terms of affordability, South Central Louisiana Technical College Young Memorial Campus in Morgan City offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $2,202 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Independence.
Independence, LA within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

45 results

William Carey University
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Hattiesburg, MS

William Carey University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

#1 Best Private Colleges in Mississippi

  • 5,448enrollment
  • $17,192net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 880-1200SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA

85 miles from Independence

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Antonelli College Hattiesburg
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Hattiesburg, MS
 

Antonelli College Hattiesburg

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 155enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

85 miles from Independence

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Blue Cliff College Gulfport
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Gulfport, MS
 

Blue Cliff College Gulfport

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 259enrollment
  • $24,322net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

88 miles from Independence

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Alcorn State University
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HBCU
Alcorn State, MS

Alcorn State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#6 Best Public Universities in Mississippi

  • 2,894enrollment
  • $13,155net price
  • 25%acceptance rate
  • 850-998SAT range
  • 15-24ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA

94 miles from Independence

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette
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Lafayette, LA

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#5 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 15,345enrollment
  • $13,443net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1255SAT range
  • 23-27ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA

95 miles from Independence

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Virginia College Biloxi
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Biloxi, MS
 

Virginia College Biloxi

Private 2 Year

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  • 313enrollment
  • $29,510net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

95 miles from Independence

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Acadiana Technical College Lafayette Campus
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Lafayette, Louisiana
 

Acadiana Technical College Lafayette Campus

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 3,829enrollment
  • $8,219net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

97 miles from Independence

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Remington College Lafayette Campus
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Lafayette, LA
 

Remington College Lafayette Campus

Private 2 Year

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  • 247enrollment
  • $28,860net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

96 miles from Independence

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South Louisiana Community College
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Lafayette, LA
 

South Louisiana Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 5,887enrollment
  • $10,071net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

97 miles from Independence

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FAQ's

The closest community college is River Parishes Community College and is 38.7 miles from Independence. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at River Parishes Community College are $4,079 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

River Parishes Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.