Northwestern State University of Louisiana
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Archived: 2026-04-23 15:34
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Find your place,
Build your future, &
Thrive at NSU.
At Northwestern State, we’re here to guide you as you choose your path, gain real-world skills, and prepare for a fulfilling career in a community that’s invested in your success.
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build connections & shape your future.
As Louisiana’s #1 Top Public School
for Regional Universities in the South, we’re committed to delivering both exceptional quality and outstanding value. Our career-driven programs build in-demand skills, leading to strong outcomes for graduates. Here, you’ll find true belonging and the support you need to focus on what matters most:
your future
.
Fast Facts
About NSU
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Explore Admissions
At Northwestern State University, admissions is your first step toward a future you can be excited about. Whether you’re a parent supporting a driven high school student, a transfer student ready for new opportunities, or a working professional eager to advance, NSU helps you build a strong foundation for success.
Admissions Information
Schedule a Visit
How to Apply
Find Your Recruiter
Office of Admissions
Financial Aid
What NSU Has to Offer
Search Degree Programs
First Year Experience
Living at NSU
Student Resources
Here’s why thousands of students choose NSU every year.
At Northwestern, we’re here to equip you with practical skills, real-world experience, and the knowledge to turn your goals into reality — wherever your path leads.
Explore Programs
100+
Unique Degree Programs
8,400+
Student Body
17:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
100+
Student Clubs & Activities
7
Campuses & Instructional Sites
14
NCAA Division I Sports Teams
Play
01
/
06
"Ever since I have gotten here I have loved it. NSU is a great place to make home, make your family."
Loren Higgenbotham
Business Administration
Play
02
/
06
“Coming to NSU was the best decision I've made. From day one, I felt like part of a community that genuinely cares about my success. I've made lifelong friends, explored new interests, and had incredible support from professors who actually know my name. NSU has given me so much more than an education — it's given me a second home.”
Ashlyn Walker
Biology
Play
03
/
06
"This communications department, has your best interests at heart. They want to see you win, outside of the degree and outside of the classroom."
Trevor Williams
Communications
Play
04
/
06
"You just don't know what is on the other side - you just don't know what is waiting for you at NSU."
Jesus Bravo
Business Administration
05
/
06
The faculty really cared about me and my goals, and that made all the difference. I knew I wasn’t just another student. That’s a big part of why I stayed for my master’s. I always had someone I could go to for advice or encouragement, and those relationships helped me step up my skills and confidence. Grad school at NSU pushed me further than I thought I could go, and I’m grateful for the support that got me here.
Natalie Mangandi
Student Affairs
06
/
06
Earning both my bachelor’s and master’s at NSU was the best decision I could’ve made. I always felt supported, challenged, and encouraged to step outside my comfort zone. My professors truly cared about my success and pushed me to reach my potential, while the campus community gave me opportunities to lead, connect, and grow. I walked away with two degrees, real experience, and the confidence to succeed in my career.
Zach Cooper
Communications
#
0
in Louisiana for Top Public Schools Regional Universities in the South
U.S. News & World Report, 2026
#
0
Producer of Registered Nurses & Radiologic Technologists
in Louisiana
0
%
above the national average in student satisfaction
Based on latest student survey
$
0
M
Economic impact on Northwest and Central Louisiana, supporting over 7,000 jobs
Lightcast Labor Analytics
Why Choose NSU?
01
/
03
Request Information
Tell us a little about yourself, and we’ll send you everything you need to explore Northwestern State University — from degree programs and upcoming events to how to begin your admissions journey.
Request Information
Discover Life Beyond the Classroom
First Year Experience
The First Year Experience and connects students with the people, programs, and resources necessary for academic success and personal growth.
THE FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE
Community Partners
Northwestern State University proudly collaborates with a dynamic network of community partners whose impact extends far beyond campus. These valued organizations are catalysts for improved health outcomes, educational advancement, and economic growth across central and northern Louisiana.
In Partnership for Progress
Alliance Compressors
BlueCross BlueShield of Louisiana
Boise Cascade
BOM Bank
Christus Health
City of Natchitoches
CLECO
IBM
Louisiana School for the Math, Science, and the Arts
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
Northwestern State University Foundation
Rapides Regional Medical Center
RoyOMartin
Weyerhaeuser
Willis-Knighton Health System
Everything Happening at NSU
View All News
NEWS
Annual Steel Band Workshop to be held May 1
April 21, 2026
NEWS
NSU Business student earns LCPA scholarship, presented during Beta Alpha Psi induction
April 21, 2026
NEWS
Phi Beta Delta inducts new members
April 20, 2026
NEWS
Campus events and activities for April 19-25
April 19, 2026
NEWS
Pianist Karen Walwyn to present recital April 23
April 16, 2026
NEWS
NSU will hold Spring 2026 commencement May 13-14
April 16, 2026
View All News
Ready to Join
Northwestern?
Apply now, plan a campus visit, or request more information. See what NSU has to offer.
Apply
Visit
About
Find your place,
Build your future, &
Thrive at NSU.
At Northwestern State, we’re here to guide you as you choose your path, gain real-world skills, and prepare for a fulfilling career in a community that’s invested in your success.
Explore Programs
Visit
Apply
build connections & shape your future.
As Louisiana’s #1 Top Public School
for Regional Universities in the South, we’re committed to delivering both exceptional quality and outstanding value. Our career-driven programs build in-demand skills, leading to strong outcomes for graduates. Here, you’ll find true belonging and the support you need to focus on what matters most:
your future
.
Fast Facts
About NSU
Play
Explore Admissions
At Northwestern State University, admissions is your first step toward a future you can be excited about. Whether you’re a parent supporting a driven high school student, a transfer student ready for new opportunities, or a working professional eager to advance, NSU helps you build a strong foundation for success.
Admissions Information
Schedule a Visit
How to Apply
Find Your Recruiter
Office of Admissions
Financial Aid
What NSU Has to Offer
Search Degree Programs
First Year Experience
Living at NSU
Student Resources
Here’s why thousands of students choose NSU every year.
At Northwestern, we’re here to equip you with practical skills, real-world experience, and the knowledge to turn your goals into reality — wherever your path leads.
Explore Programs
100+
Unique Degree Programs
8,400+
Student Body
17:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
100+
Student Clubs & Activities
7
Campuses & Instructional Sites
14
NCAA Division I Sports Teams
Play
01
/
06
"Ever since I have gotten here I have loved it. NSU is a great place to make home, make your family."
Loren Higgenbotham
Business Administration
Play
02
/
06
“Coming to NSU was the best decision I've made. From day one, I felt like part of a community that genuinely cares about my success. I've made lifelong friends, explored new interests, and had incredible support from professors who actually know my name. NSU has given me so much more than an education — it's given me a second home.”
Ashlyn Walker
Biology
Play
03
/
06
"This communications department, has your best interests at heart. They want to see you win, outside of the degree and outside of the classroom."
Trevor Williams
Communications
Play
04
/
06
"You just don't know what is on the other side - you just don't know what is waiting for you at NSU."
Jesus Bravo
Business Administration
05
/
06
The faculty really cared about me and my goals, and that made all the difference. I knew I wasn’t just another student. That’s a big part of why I stayed for my master’s. I always had someone I could go to for advice or encouragement, and those relationships helped me step up my skills and confidence. Grad school at NSU pushed me further than I thought I could go, and I’m grateful for the support that got me here.
Natalie Mangandi
Student Affairs
06
/
06
Earning both my bachelor’s and master’s at NSU was the best decision I could’ve made. I always felt supported, challenged, and encouraged to step outside my comfort zone. My professors truly cared about my success and pushed me to reach my potential, while the campus community gave me opportunities to lead, connect, and grow. I walked away with two degrees, real experience, and the confidence to succeed in my career.
Zach Cooper
Communications
#
0
in Louisiana for Top Public Schools Regional Universities in the South
U.S. News & World Report, 2026
#
0
Producer of Registered Nurses & Radiologic Technologists
in Louisiana
0
%
above the national average in student satisfaction
Based on latest student survey
$
0
M
Economic impact on Northwest and Central Louisiana, supporting over 7,000 jobs
Lightcast Labor Analytics
Why Choose NSU?
01
/
03
Request Information
Tell us a little about yourself, and we’ll send you everything you need to explore Northwestern State University — from degree programs and upcoming events to how to begin your admissions journey.
Request Information
Discover Life Beyond the Classroom
First Year Experience
The First Year Experience and connects students with the people, programs, and resources necessary for academic success and personal growth.
THE FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE
Community Partners
Northwestern State University proudly collaborates with a dynamic network of community partners whose impact extends far beyond campus. These valued organizations are catalysts for improved health outcomes, educational advancement, and economic growth across central and northern Louisiana.
In Partnership for Progress
Alliance Compressors
BlueCross BlueShield of Louisiana
Boise Cascade
BOM Bank
Christus Health
City of Natchitoches
CLECO
IBM
Louisiana School for the Math, Science, and the Arts
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
Northwestern State University Foundation
Rapides Regional Medical Center
RoyOMartin
Weyerhaeuser
Willis-Knighton Health System
Everything Happening at NSU
View All News
NEWS
Annual Steel Band Workshop to be held May 1
April 21, 2026
NEWS
NSU Business student earns LCPA scholarship, presented during Beta Alpha Psi induction
April 21, 2026
NEWS
Phi Beta Delta inducts new members
April 20, 2026
NEWS
Campus events and activities for April 19-25
April 19, 2026
NEWS
Pianist Karen Walwyn to present recital April 23
April 16, 2026
NEWS
NSU will hold Spring 2026 commencement May 13-14
April 16, 2026
View All News
Ready to Join
Northwestern?
Apply now, plan a campus visit, or request more information. See what NSU has to offer.
Apply
Visit
About