School Summary

Northwestern State University


General Information:

Founded in 1884, Northwestern State University is seated on 916 acres located in Natchitoches county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 16:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 2 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 1500. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

715 University Parkway

Natchitoches, LA
71497
For more information call: 318 357-5960. This school has a website at https://www.nsula.edu/
Application information for this school is available at www.nsula.edu/admissions/


Application Fee: $20
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Other application requirements: college preparatory curriculum
Application Requirements:
Recommended Tests: SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $5,180.00 $15,968.00
Room and Board $10,926.00 $10,926.00
Fees $3,684.00 $3,684.00
Total $19,790.00 $30,578.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.nsula.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.


Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 6% 3%
600-699 28% 31%
500-599 41% 28%
400-499 22% 34%
300-399 3% 3%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 5%
24-29 21%
18-23 54%
12-17 20%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 16%
11-25% 26.00%
26-50% 33.00%
Under 50% 25.00%



Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Archery, Badminton, Baseball, Bowling, Basketball, Crew, Fencing, Football, Racquetball, Swimming and diving, Track and field, Table tennis, Cross-country running

Archery, Badminton, Bowling, Basketball, Crew, Fencing, Racquetball, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 2,458
Female 5,402
Total 7,860


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 2,679
Female 6,166
Total 8,847

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 1%
African American 30%
Hispanic 6%
Native American 1%
White 53%
Other 8%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 70%
At Least 25 Years Old 30%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State N/A
Out Of State N/A
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 20%
Live Off Campus 80%


Spring Fling Week, Homecoming Week, Welcome Week

Student Activities Board, Student Government Associate, College Panhellenic Council


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 31.0501                                           Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
  • 19.0701                                           Human Development and Family Studies, General
  • 19.0101                                           Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 50.0301                                           Dance, General
  • 51.0000                                           Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
  • 30.0000                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
  • 11.0401                                           Information Science/Studies
  • 43.0104                                           Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 52.0101                                           Business/Commerce, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 40.0101                                           Physical Sciences, General
  • 50.0509                                           Musical Theatre
  • 26.0502                                           Microbiology, General
  • 09.0101                                           Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 15.0000                                           Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
  • 50.0903                                           Music Performance, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 24.0101                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 15.0303                                           Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 15.0612                                           Industrial Technology/Technician
  • 31.0504                                           Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
  • 50.0702                                           Fine/Studio Arts, General
  • 51.1501                                           Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
  • 43.0107                                           Criminal Justice/Police Science
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 52.0901                                           Hospitality Administration/Management, General
  • 13.1312                                           Music Teacher Education
  • 13.1314                                           Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1210                                           Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • 51.0911                                           Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
  • 01.8301                                           Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 30.9999                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
  • 19.0000                                           Work and Family Studies

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.