About Louisiana Tech University
Louisiana Tech University is a four-year public doctoral and research school located in Ruston, Louisiana. The college opened in 1894 as The Industrial Institute and College of Louisiana and changed its name over the years until 1970 when it adopted the current name.
Louisiana Tech University offers associate’s degrees, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, doctor’s degrees, and certificates of completion. The school’s colleges and schools include:
- College of Applied and Natural Sciences
- College of Business
- College of Education
- College of Engineering and Science
- College of Liberal Arts
- Graduate School
Classes are offered during the daytime, evening, and weekend. Louisiana Tech's Global Campus offers bachelor's and master's degrees online, as well as graduate certificates and certificates of completion.
Accreditation & Licensing
Louisiana Tech University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Type:
4-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Doctor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 11,084 ; Graduate: 1,219Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 4% ; Graduate: 42%Graduation Rate:
58%Transfer Rate:
27%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$52,279Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$22,135Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
90%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$9,259Credit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Louisiana Tech University is located in Louisiana
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