LA Schools | Universities and Colleges

There are many higher learning institutions in Louisiana. There are Public, Private, For-Profit, and Religious schools that cater to a broad range of students. Students from all over the country and world make Louisiana their home whilst gaining a valuable and lucrative education. Louisiana is also home to a few of the prestigious HBCUs that represent the state and campuses across the nation.

The main Public University Systems in Louisiana are the Louisiana State University System, the Southern University System, and the University of Louisiana System. A more in depth read of the detailed wiki can be found here.

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY

LINKFounded in 1880, it’s the largest HBCU in Louisiana, offering a range of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs.
LocationBATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA
SpiritJAGUARS
TypePUBLIC
HBCUYES
ColorsCOLUMBIA BLUE, GOLD
SportFOOTBALL, MULTI
ProgramNURSING, ENGINEERING

LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY

LINKFounded in 1860, LSU is the state’s flagship university, offering a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs.
LocationBATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA
SpiritTIGERS
TypePUBLIC
HBCUNO
ColorsPURPLE, GOLD
SportFOOTBALL, MULTI
ProgramBUSINESS, ENGINEERING

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA

LINKFounded in 1898, it offers diverse programs and is known for its research contributions.
LocationLAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA
SpiritCAJUNS / CAYENNE PEPPER
TypePUBLIC
HBCUNO
ColorsVERMILION, WHITE
SportFOOTBALL, MULTI
ProgramCOMPUTER SCIENCE, ENGINEERING

GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY

LINKEstablished in 1901, Grambling State offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs and is known for its strong emphasis on community and culture.
LocationGRAMBLING, LOUISIANA
SpiritTIGERS
TypePUBLIC
HBCUYES
ColorsBLACK, GOLD
SportFOOTBALL
ProgramCRIMINAL JUSTICE, EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS

LINKEstablished in 1958, UNO offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs and is recognized for its research initiatives.
LocationNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
SpiritPRIVATEERS
TypePUBLIC
HBCUNO
ColorsNAVY BLUE, SILVER
SportBASKETBALL
ProgramBUSINESS, ENGINEERING

XAVIER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA

LINK
Established in 1925, Xavier is the only historically Black and Catholic university in the U.S., renowned for its STEM programs.
LocationNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
SpiritGOLD RUSH
TypePRIVATE
HBCUYES
ColorsGOLD, WHITE
SportBASKETBALL
ProgramPHARMACY, STEM

TULANE UNIVERSITY

LINKEstablished in 1834, Tulane is a private research university known for its programs in law, business, and architecture.
LocationNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
SpiritGREEN WAVE, PELICAN
TypePRIVATE
HBCUNO
ColorsOLIVE GREEN, SKY BLUE
SportFOOTBALL,
ProgramBUSINESS, LAW, MEDICAL

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY NEW ORLEANS

LINKOffers a liberal arts education with a commitment to social justice. It provides diverse undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing critical thinking and ethical leadership.
LocationNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
SpiritWOLVES
TypePRIVATE
HBCUNO
ColorsMAROON, GOLD
Sport
ProgramBUSINESS, LAW, LIBERAL ARTS

SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY

LINKEstablished in 1925 and offers diverse programs, known for its education and business departments.
LocationHAMMOND, LOUISIANA
SpiritLIONS
TypePUBLIC
HBCUNO
ColorsGREEN, GOLD
SportFOOTBALL
ProgramBUSINESS, EDUCATION

NORTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY

LINKOffering a variety of programs, particularly recognized for its nursing and creative arts departments.
LocationNATCHITOCHES, LOUISIANA
SpiritPURPLE DEMONS
TypePUBLIC
HBCUNO
ColorsPURPLE, WHITE
SportFOOTBALL
ProgramNURSING, EDUCATION

NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERSITY

LINKOffering programs in arts, sciences, and business, with a strong emphasis on culinary arts and nursing.
LocationTHIBODAUX, LOUISIANA
SpiritCOLONELS
TypePUBLIC
HBCUNO
ColorsRED, GRAY
SportFOOTBALL
ProgramNURSING, OIL & GAS, CULINARY

LOUISIANA TECH UNIVERSITY

LINKFounded in 1894 known for its engineering and science programs. It offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees and is recognized for its contributions to research and innovation.
LocationRUSTON, LOUISIANA
SpiritBULLDOGS
TypePUBLIC
HBCUNO
ColorsRED, BLUE
SportFOOTBALL
ProgramENGINEERING, BUSINESS

DILLARD UNIVERSITY

LINKFounded in 1869, Dillard is Louisiana’s first HBCU, offering a liberal arts education with affiliations to the United Methodist Church and the United Church of Christ.
LocationNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
SpiritBLEU DEVILS
TypePRIVATE
HBCUYES
ColorsROYAL BLUE, WHITE
SportBASKETBALL
ProgramPUBLIC HEALTH, NURSING

CENTENARY COLLEGE OF LOUISIANA

LINKOffers a personalized education with strong programs in the arts and sciences. It emphasizes global citizenship and experiential learning.
LocationSHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA
SpiritCATAHOULA DOGS
TypePRIVATE
HBCUNO
ColorsMAROON, WHITE
SportBASKETBALL
ProgramLIBERAL ARTS, BUSINESS

McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY

LINKEstablished in 1939 and offering a range of programs, particularly known for its agriculture and engineering departments.
LocationLAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA
SpiritCOWBOYS
TypePUBLIC
HBCUNO
ColorsBLUE, GOLD
SportFOOTBALL
ProgramENGINEERING, NURSING

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA | MONROE

LINKEstablished in 1931 offering diverse programs, known for its pharmacy and health sciences departments.
LocationMONROE, LOUISIANA
SpiritWARHAWKS
TypePUBLIC
HBCUNO
ColorsMAROON, GOLD
SportFOOTBALL
ProgramPHARMACY, BUSINESS

LOUISIANA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY

LINKFormerly known as Louisiana College, private Baptist institution offers a Christian-centered education with various undergraduate programs.
LocationPINEVILLE, LOUISIANA
SpiritWILDCATS
TypePRIVATE
HBCUNO
ColorsBLUE, ORANGE
SportBASKETBALL
ProgramNURSING, EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF HOLY CROSS

LINKCatholic university in New Orleans, UHC offers undergraduate and graduate programs with a focus on healthcare and education.
LocationNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
SpiritANGELS
TypePRIVATE
HBCUNO
ColorsMAROON, SILVER
Sport
ProgramHEALTHCARE, EDUCATION
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