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Northwestern State University of Louisiana is also known as NSU. It is a four-year university located in Natchitoches, Louisiana. The nursing campus is at Shreveport and the general campuses are situated in Leesville/ Fort Polk and Alexandria. Northwestern State University is a part of the University of Louisiana System. NSU was founded in 1884 as the Louisiana State Normal School. The main purpose of this university was to provide training to teachers. It was the first school in Louisiana to offer degree programs in nursing and business education. The university offers over 50 degree programs in various disciplines for the benefit of the students.
NSU's athletics teams are nicknamed the Demons, with the mascot being "Vic the Demon." Sports like football, soccer, basketball, baseball, and softball are commonly played here. National committeewoman Virginia de Gravelles, historian Henry C. Dethloff, and Speaker of the Louisiana House, John B. Fournet are the notable alumni of this university.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include nursing and emergency medicine.
Not all applicants to NSU are accepted. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 560 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 430 to 545 in 2007.
The most successful professors at NSU are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 9,037 students study at the school (in 2007).
Students at NSU can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Southland Conference athletics.
In-state students appreciate the low tuition rate.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Northwestern State University is a responsive, student-oriented institution that is committed to the creation, dissemination, and acquisition of knowledge through teaching, research, and service. The University maintains as its highest priority excellence in teaching in graduate and undergraduate programs.
Northwestern State University prepares its students to become productive members of society and promotes economic development and improvements in the quality of life of the citizens in its region."
More complete details are provided below.
Northwestern State University Of Louisiana
College Ave
Natchitoches, LA 71497-0002
General Phone: (318) 357-6011
http://www.nsula.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 370 | registered nursing, nursing administration |
| Liberal Arts | 309 | general studies, English, history, political science, liberal arts and sciences, sociology, cultural resource management, anthropology, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 297 | education, physical education teaching, educational administration, elementary school teaching, music teaching, college student counseling, secondary teaching, early childhood education, ... |
| Business And Management | 151 | business management, business, accounting |
| Therapy And Counseling | 119 | psychology, clinical psychology, substance abuse counseling |
| Family And Social Work | 83 | social work, family and consumer science |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 78 | criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and police |
| Science | 64 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Engineering Technician | 51 | electronics tech, industrial tech |
| Medical Support And Technology | 45 | radiographer, veterinary assistant, clinical lab tech |
| Media | 23 | journalism |
| Hospitality | 22 | hospitality management |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 21 | information science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 20 | drama |
| Fine Arts | 16 | fine arts |
| Music | 11 | music performance |
| Art Studies | 10 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 7 | mathematics |
| Office And Administration | 4 | administrative assistant |
| Design | 1 | design and visual communication |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 0 | health and physical education |
Number of programs and degrees for NSU in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,052 | 48 |
| Associate's degree | 373 | 7 |
| Master's degree | 253 | 20 |
| Post-master's certificate | 24 | 1 |
In 2007, NSU had a total enrollment of 9,037 students (7,116 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 36% |
| Women | 64% |
| Full-Time | 95% |
| Part-Time | 5% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 85% |
| Graduate | 15% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 62% |
| Black | 29% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | 91% |
| Texas | 7% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 66 % |
| Part-Time | 43 % |
NSU offers campus housing for 1,443 of its 7,116 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Natchitoches, 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 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,891 | 2,385 | 82% | 1,345 | 56% |
| Men | 1,072 | 851 | 79% | 481 | 57% |
| Women | 1,819 | 1,534 | 84% | 864 | 56% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 545 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 7% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 97% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,713 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,791 |
| Room and board | $ 5,764 |
| Room charge | $ 3,700 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,150 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,667 |
Financial Aid:
NSU participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 202100)
NSU has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 68 | 70 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 60 | 48 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 27 | 51 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $90,942 | 3 | $94,055 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 9 | $82,438 | 7 | $85,673 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 6 | $60,126 | 6 | $69,707 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 20 | $74,173 | 18 | $78,908 |
*: 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 | 22 | $77,902 | 21 | $73,410 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 37 | $64,055 | 26 | $59,269 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 56 | $48,186 | 65 | $49,540 |
| Instructor | academic year | 18 | $40,291 | 38 | $39,509 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 133 | $56,448 | 150 | $52,027 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southland Conference |
| Basketball | Southland Conference |
| Baseball | Southland Conference |
| Track | Southland Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 147 | 95 | 242 |
| Football | 79 | 0 | 79 |
| Track | 25 | 26 | 51 |
| Baseball | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| Basketball | 13 | 15 | 28 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 54 | 54 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Science/Studies
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Physics Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Speech Teacher Education
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Industrial Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Cultural Resource Management and Policy Analysis
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets NSU Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 5% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning 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 Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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