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98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
23:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
30FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,276Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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General Studies Degree
The general studies program at Louisiana Tech University prepares students for careers in various professional fields, including education, law, government, health care, real estate, social service, and private industry. The program focuses on individual instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies. Program courses include: areas of study tailored to the individual to enhance learning in fields of interest. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer general studies degrees.
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Louisiana Tech University
529 E Vine St, Opelousas, LA
Louisiana Tech University provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Ruston, LA and publically funded. LA Tech has a yearly student enrollment of about 12,000.
Students can pick from several areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Engineering
- Health And Clinical Professions
Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to Louisiana Tech University. Scores in a range of 21 - 26 on the ACT or 920 - 1180 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for admission. This school accepts approximately 60% of students applying annually. Of those admitted, about 50% of students enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found at latech.edu.
The tuition at LA Tech varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $6,500 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $14,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $2,900 annually. Students enrolled at Louisiana Tech University may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Louisiana Tech University Bulldogs participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.latech.edu.
Students Enrolled in the General Studies Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Louisiana Tech University has offered the following degree levels for students:
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Associate's Degree | 8 |
Bachelor's Degree | 7 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 9 |
Female | 6 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 1 |
Black | 4 |
Hispanic | 2 |
White | 7 |
Unknown | 1 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the General Studies program at Louisiana Tech University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Louisiana Tech University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Louisiana Tech University may provide student services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Louisiana Tech University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Conference Usa)
- Basketball (Conference Usa)
- Track and Field (Conference Usa)
- Football (Conference Usa)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling