1894
Ruston, LA

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, Public

Highest Level Offered:

Doctor's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 11,084 ; Graduate: 1,219

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 4% ; Graduate: 42%

Graduation Rate:

58%

Transfer Rate:

27%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$52,279

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$22,135

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

90%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$9,259

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

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Geographic and Educational Overview

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Louisiana Tech University is located in Louisiana

Louisiana at a Glance:

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Baton Rouge
4,657,757
52,378 sq mi
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$9,800.00

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Top Career Pathways in Louisiana:

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Online Programs offered by Louisiana Tech University

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Art & Liberal Arts

Master of Arts in English
Master of Arts in History

Business

Business Foundations Certificate
Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Master of Business Administration

Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering / Industrial Engineering
Master of Science in Engineering & Technology Management
Six Sigma Black Belt Graduate Certificate

Healthcare

Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics & Information Management
Master of Health Informatics

Psychology & Human Services

Graduate Certificate in Domestic & Family Violence