Louisiana State University

Overview:

• Founded in 1860 as the Louisiana State Seminary of Learning & Military Academy
• Became Louisiana State University in 1870
• Flagship institution of the Louisiana State University System
• Enrolls over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 100 countries
• Notable achievements:
  • Top 100 public university in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report)
  • Top 50 research university in the U.S. (National Science Foundation)
  • Home to the National Center for Biomedical Research Informatics
  • Recipient of the National Medal of Science

Student Life:

Extracurricular Activities:

Over 400 student organizations, including academic clubs, honor societies, cultural groups, and recreational activities

Clubs:

LSU Student Government, LSU Union, LSU Greek Life, LSU Tiger Band

Sports Teams:

LSU Tigers compete in 21 NCAA Division I sports

Student Support Services:

Counseling and Psychological Services, Student Health Center, Disability Services, Office of Multicultural Affairs

Campus Facilities:

Student Union, Recreation Center, Student Media Center, LSU Museum of Art

Academics:

Academic Resources:

13 colleges and schools offering over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs

Faculty:

Over 1,500 full-time faculty members, including Nobel laureates and members of the National Academy of Sciences

Teaching Methodologies:

Traditional lectures, small group discussions, hands-on research, online learning

Academic Support Services:

Writing Center, Math Lab, Tutoring Center, Academic Success Center

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • Honors College
  • University College (for non-traditional students)
  • Center for Computation & Technology
  • Louisiana Coastal Studies Institute

Top Reasons to Study Here:

Reputation:

Top-ranked public university with a strong academic reputation

Rankings:

Consistently ranked among the top 100 public universities in the U.S.

Specialized Facilities:

State-of-the-art research facilities, including the National Center for Biomedical Research Informatics

Industry Connections:

Partnerships with major corporations and research institutions

Notable Alumni:

Includes former U.S. President Huey P. Long, Nobel laureate Walter Kohn, and astronaut Fred Haise

Services:

Counseling:

Counseling and Psychological Services provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and outreach programs

Health:

Student Health Center offers primary care, urgent care, pharmacy, and mental health services

Housing:

On-campus housing options include residence halls, apartments, and Greek houses

Library Resources:

LSU Libraries system includes over 4 million volumes, 1.5 million microforms, and 1.2 million electronic resources

Technology Support:

LSU IT provides technical support, software, and training for students

Career Development:

Career Services offers resume writing, interview preparation, job search assistance, and career fairs