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55.54%

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93%

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19:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

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Urban Studies Degree

The complex and ever-evolving Urban Studies and Affairs field is an interdisciplinary area of study that synthesizes cultural, social, and economic constructs of a city. Urban studies and affairs brings together a variety of specialties such as sociology, psychology, political science, geography, and history to make sense of mission critical questions about a city or defined urban area. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer urban studies degrees.

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University of New Orleans (UNO)

4205 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA

University of New Orleans, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in New Orleans, LA, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Approximately eleven thousand students enroll at UNO per year.

Areas of study offered at UNO include:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. The most common exam scores among students admitted to University of New Orleans are in the range of 19 - 24 for the ACT exam, or 940 - 1180 on the SAT. 56% of those who apply are admitted to University of New Orleans, of which 59% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at uno.edu.

Tuition & fees at University of New Orleans vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $5,700 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $18,000 annually. Students enrolled at University of New Orleans may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The UNO "Privateers" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
  • Golf (NCAA Division I-A)
  • Swimming and Diving (NCAA Division I-A)

Students should visit the University of New Orleans website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Urban Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of New Orleans has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree2
Master's Degree3
Doctorate Degree3

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male3
Female5

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black1
Hispanic1
White5
Non Resident Alien1

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

Upon completion of the Urban Studies program at University of New Orleans, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% 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 an overview of the applicants University of New Orleans accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, University of New Orleans may provide services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

UNO is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Southland Conference)
  • Basketball (Southland Conference)
  • Track and Field (Southland Conference)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Beach Volleyball