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Louisiana State University in Shreveport

country rank  922
world rank  2710

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Overview

Established in 1967, the Louisiana State University in Shreveport is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Shreveport (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Louisiana. This institution also has branch campuses in Alexandria, Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Louisiana State University in Shreveport (LSUS) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Louisiana State University in Shreveport (LSUS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 58-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. LSUS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Control Typepublic

Entity

Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Louisiana State University in Shreveport' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym LSUS
Founded 1967
Motto
Colours Purple and gold
Mascot Pete the Pilot
Video Presentation

University Location

Address One University Place
Shreveport
71115-2399 Louisiana
United States
Louisiana State University in Shreveport's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Louisiana State University in Shreveport Phone Number (318) 797 5000
Louisiana State University in Shreveport Fax Number (318) 797 5286
Other locations Alexandria, Baton Rouge and New Orleans

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Louisiana State University in Shreveport is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Louisiana State University in Shreveport's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Louisiana State University in Shreveport categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Louisiana State University in Shreveport.



Louisiana State University in Shreveport: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 90-99% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Admission Office Admission Office

One University Place
Shreveport 71115-2399
(318) 797 5061
800 229 5957

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Louisiana State University in Shreveport is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Library University Library

Yes Visit Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Library
Louisiana State University-Shreveport's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 330,827 physical volumes, 88,549 physical media, 245 digital/electronic media and 132 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 24 full-time employees, including 9 librarians. Louisiana State University-Shreveport's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Louisiana State University in Shreveport provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 351 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Louisiana State University in Shreveport's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Louisiana State University in Shreveport is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1975


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Louisiana State University in Shreveport's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • American Chemical Society
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Louisiana State University in Shreveport's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Louisiana State University System (LSU System)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Louisiana State University in Shreveport 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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