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Louisiana College is a private, co-educational institution of higher education. It is located in Pineville, Louisiana. Edwin O. Ware Sr., Baptist clergyman and educator, founded the college on October 3, 1906. Louisiana College is set on a sprawling 81-acre campus in Pineville. The college offers a variety of pre-professional programs and awards bachelor’s degrees in subjects like music, science, social work and arts. The programs of study are offered through the following academic divisions:
Louisiana College is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III, and the American Southwest Conference. The school sponsors teams in tennis, softball, soccer, golf, cross country and basketball.
Pineville, LA is home to Louisiana College. Pineville is a small suburb. Students select the school partly because it is a Southern Baptist school. Louisiana College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Bachelor's degree.
Students at Louisiana College can choose among many degree programs. Students commonly pursue studies in mathematics, science, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 425. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 420 and 600.
Louisiana College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school has 1,056 enrolled students (as of 2007).
Louisiana College has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Louisiana College offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the American Southwest Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Louisiana College
1140 College Dr
Pineville, LA 71359
General Phone: (318) 487-7011
http://www.lacollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 33 | history, general studies, sociology, speech and rhetoric, English, foreign language and literature, French language, interdisciplinary studies |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 20 | registered nursing |
| Education And Teaching | 17 | physical education teaching, elementary school teaching, education courses, math teaching, social studies teaching, art education, biology teaching, science teaching, ... |
| Science | 14 | biology, chemistry |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 13 | athletic trainer, exercise science, health and physical education |
| Business And Management | 11 | business management, managerial economics, accounting, business |
| Media | 10 | digital communications, mass communication, journalism |
| Therapy And Counseling | 10 | psychology, music therapy |
| Religion And Philosophy | 6 | religious education, theology, philosophy and religious studies, Christian studies, bible studies, religious music |
| Family And Social Work | 6 | social work, public administration |
| Law | 3 | pre-law |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 3 | criminal justice and safety |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 3 | commercial art |
| Medical Support And Technology | 2 | clinical lab tech |
| Music | 2 | music, various music studies, music performance |
| Fine Arts | 1 | fine arts |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 0 | theatre design, drama |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 0 | web design |
| Design | 0 | graphic design |
Number of programs and degrees for Louisiana College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 157 | 59 |
In 2007, Louisiana College had a total enrollment of 1,056 students (935 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 53% |
| Women | 47% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 13% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 7% |
| 18-19 | 38% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | 92% |
| Texas | 5% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
Louisiana College offers campus housing for 665 of its 935 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Pineville, Louisiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Louisiana Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 28 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 549 | 429 | 78% | 247 | 58% |
| Men | 295 | 218 | 74% | 130 | 60% |
| Women | 254 | 211 | 83% | 117 | 55% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 425 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 600 |
| SAT Writing | 400 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 3% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 97% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,490 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,490 |
| Room and board | $ 4,160 |
| Room charge | $ 1,860 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,396 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,667 |
Financial Aid:
Louisiana College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 200700)
Louisiana College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 8 | 9 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 25 | 17 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 0 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 7 | $50,594 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $50,058 | 7 | $44,687 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $41,108 | 11 | $45,340 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 7 | $37,714 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 33 | $45,406 | 26 | $43,230 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | American Southwest Conference |
| Basketball | American Southwest Conference |
| Baseball | American Southwest Conference |
| Track | American Southwest Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Managerial Economics
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
French Language Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Sociology
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
Music, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Christian Studies
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Music Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Louisiana College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Southern Baptist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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