The 10 Best College Towns In Louisiana For 2024

Believe it or not, America has the best colleges in the world. It's been proven by data (and surveys) that the U.S. educational system is of the highest quality

It's actually not even close and Louisiana is home to a handful of them.

While we could debate which colleges within the are the 'best,' that's not the goal of this post.

Instead, ride along with us as we determine which college towns in Louisiana are the best.

You know, the type of places where there's energy and stimulation, but the type of place you can walk around at night. The happiest, chillest, most downright fun places where you can send your kids off to college where you won't break the bank, or worry about their well being.

Without further ado, here are the best college towns in Louisiana for 2024.

While some of these may not seem like a 'real' college town per se, when you look at the numbers, it's hard to argue against.

And for those who live in Kenner, Natchitoches and Thibodaux - we tip our hats to you and we'll schedule a tour for next week. You can see where Kenner ranks in terms of the best college town in America.

Read on to find out more or for more on Louisiana check out:

• Best Places To Live In Louisiana
• Best Counties To Live In Louisiana
• Cheapest Places To Live In Louisiana

The 10 Best College Towns In Louisiana For 2024

1. Kenner, LA

Colleges: Herzing University-Kenner, John Jay Beauty College, Healthcare Training Institute

2. Natchitoches, LA

Colleges: Northwestern State University of Louisiana

3. Thibodaux, LA

Colleges: Nicholls State University

4. Ruston, LA

Colleges: Louisiana Tech University, Pat Goins Ruston Beauty School

5. Hammond, LA

Colleges: Southeastern Louisiana University, Compass Career College

6. New Orleans, LA

Colleges: Delgado Community College, University of New Orleans, Tulane University of Louisiana

7. Baton Rouge, LA

Colleges: Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, Southern University and A & M College, Our Lady of the Lake College

8. Lake Charles, LA

Colleges: McNeese State University, SOWELA Technical Community College, Delta School of Business and Technology

9. Monroe, LA

Colleges: University of Louisiana at Monroe, McCann School of Business & Technology, Cloyd's Beauty School 3 Inc

Colleges: Grambling State University

There You Have It -- The Best College Towns In The

If you're looking for the best college towns in Louisiana, you came to the right place.

These places all have great college sports programs, tons of stuff to do, and are great places to raise a family.

For more reading, check out:

• Best Suburbs In Louisiana
• Best Places To Raise A Family In Louisiana
• Most Expensive Places To Live In Louisiana