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General Information About Northwestern State University of Louisiana Northwestern State University of Louisiana stands on ground that has been dedicated to learning for one hundred twenty-five years. Although, primarily a regional institution, Northwestern also offers an opportunity for education at other satellite locations. Specifically, distance learning is available in Leesville, Shreveport, Alexandria, and Jonesville. Northwestern was the first institution in Louisiana to gain 100 percent accreditation of all eligible academic programs. That designation shows that the academic programs at NSU meet the highest standards set by national accrediting agencies. Life outside the classroom is also an important part of the University. Northwestern offers its students more than 100 student organizations ranging from fraternities and sororities to honor societies and clubs for different majors as well as a Division I athletic program that is one of the nation's most successful.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army)
- Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Credit for life experiences
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Postbaccalaureate certificate
- Master's degree
- Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting - Town: Remote
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 2,785 Percent Admitted 81% Men Admitted 79% Women Admitted 82% Full Time Retention Rate 69% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 420 533 Math 440 550 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 18 23 English 19 24 Math 17 23
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $4,009 Room & Board Charge $6,682 Books & Supplies Cost $1,200 Dorm Capacity 1,517 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $8,852,108 Other Federal Grants $290,010 Scholarships & Fellowships $17,160,729 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $7,281,614 Average Grant Dollars Issued $43,848 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $8,580,365 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 11,697 Native American 222 Asian 112 African American 3,272 Hispanic 219 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 5,330 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 247