Northwestern State University

Overview

Northwestern State University of Louisiana (NSU) is a public, four-year university located in Natchitoches, Louisiana, with additional campuses in Leesville/Fort Polk, Alexandria, and Shreveport. Founded in 1884, NSU has evolved from a teacher training institution to a comprehensive university offering over 50 accredited degree programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The university serves more than 9,000 students annually and is recognized for its commitment to innovative teaching, research, and community service.

NSU is home to the Louisiana Scholars’ College, the state's honors college in liberal arts and sciences, and has a nationally ranked nursing program. The university provides extensive online learning options and maintains partnerships with community colleges to facilitate credit transfers. With a diverse student body and a strong regional impact, NSU emphasizes cultural and educational opportunities that prepare students for successful careers and active citizenship. The university has a rich history and boasts over 70,000 alumni.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 800-327-1903
• Website: nsula.edu
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/school/northwestern-state-university

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Higher education
• Nursing
• Allied health
• NCATE certified teacher education
• Creative and performing arts
• Online degree programs
• Louisiana Scholars College
• Educational innovation
• Educational research
• Regional cultural initiatives
• Innovative teaching
• Public university innovation
• Student achievement
• Specialized programs
• Graduate programs
• Online education programs
• Student academic achievement
• Community partnerships
• Multi-campus university
• Educational outreach programs
• Public university accreditation
• Off-campus sites
• Student academic support
• Regional economic growth
• Cultural activities
• Educational services
• Research initiatives
• Regional development
• Faculty research
• Space research
• Louisiana educational partnerships
• Honors college in Louisiana
• Louisiana university system
• Regional educational impact
• Science and technology
• Degree programs
• Louisiana university collaborations
• Student-centered research
• Space shuttle data analysis
• Research in space sciences
• Cultural programs
• Regional collaboration
• Student-centered education
• Campus facilities
• Community engagement
• Student success
• Louisiana school for math, science, and the arts
• Distance learning in Louisiana
• Honors college
• Regional community service
• Space shuttle research
• Research partnerships
• Student engagement
• Louisiana educational excellence
• Student advisement
• NASA joint venture program
• Online learning
• Academic excellence
• Alumni network
• Public university research
• Regional economic impact
• Student enrollment
• Campus life
• Career preparation
• Student diversity
• Regional workforce
• Research collaborations
• Regional research projects
• Multi-campus higher education
• Research opportunities
• NASA partnership
• Public higher education
• Accreditation by SACSCOC
• Undergraduate programs
• Lifelong learning
• Regional outreach
• NASA research
• Research and development
• Accredited institution
• Public service
• Student research opportunities
• Diverse student body
• Graduate education
• Distance education
• Educational management
• E-learning
• Information technology & services
• Computer software
• Financial services
• Tourism

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