Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002013
- Phone: (337) 457-7311
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
83.88%FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
29:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
24FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,971Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Louisiana State University – Shreveport (LSUS)
2048 Johnson Hwy, Eunice, LA
LSUS, a public institution, offers a variety of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Shreveport, LA, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately 4,500 students are enrolled per year at LSUS.
Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Psychology
- Communications And Journalism
- Education
Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Very common test scores among students admitted to this school are between 20 - 24 for the ACT exam, or 890 - 1060 on the SAT exam. 48% of students that apply are accepted to LSUS, of which 75% choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The cost of tuition is nearly $4,900, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attending LSUS. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.
The Louisiana State University - Shreveport Pilots participate in a number of athletic programs, as part of the NAIA organization. Available sports offered:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Soccer (NAIA Division I)
- Tennis (NAIA Division I)
Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.lsus.edu/.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants LSUS accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Louisiana State University – Shreveport has a total student population of about 7,000. The student body is made up of 36% undergraduate students and 4% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,600. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $20 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $5,700-$6,800 per year
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $310-$370 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $850-$1,000 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 97% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 93% | $8,295 |
Receiving Student Loans | 36% | $4,714 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Louisiana State University – Shreveport may provide services like:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1978)
Intercollegiate Athletics
LSUS is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Red River Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Red River Athletic Conference)
- Soccer
- Tennis
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Louisiana State University – Shreveport by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Finance (B)
- Organizational Leadership (D)
Computer and Information Sciences
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
- Liberal Arts (M)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Counseling Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Louisiana State University – Shreveport.
- Grambling State University in Chalmette, LA (58 miles away)
- Southern Arkansas University Main Campus in El Dorado, AR (65 miles away)
- Texas A&M University - Texarkana in Marshall, TX (73 miles away)
- The University of Texas at Tyler in El Paso, TX (90 miles away)
- University of Louisiana at Monroe in Thibodaux, LA (95 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002013
- Phone: (337) 457-7311
- School Homepage