Louisiana Tech University

Overview
Initially founded as an industrial training institute to support the expanse of Louisiana in the early 20th century, Louisiana Tech University has since grown to become a comprehensive university. The school is ranked as a Tier 1 institution by U.S. News & World Report, and offers associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees from five colleges. The university has a selective admissions process and some of the top retention and graduation rates among Louisiana public colleges.

Student Appeal
Louisiana Tech is a well-ranked school, and has much of the appeal of a private school with a public school tuition. The college's online programs are a way to obtain a prestigious degree on a more flexible schedule, regardless of your location.

Accreditation
Louisiana Tech University has regional accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

School Facts & Figures

  • Accreditation: Regional, SACS
  • Size: Medium (10,000+)
  • Type: Public not-for-profit
  • Religious Affiliation: N/A
  • Academic Affiliation: N/A
  • Career Services: Yes
  • Course Schedule: Quarters, 12 weeks
  • Credit Options: Military, AP, Transfer, Dual
  • Scholarships Offered: Yes
  • Loans Offered: Perkins Loans, Stafford Loans, PLUS Loans, GO Grant, FSEOG, Pell, TEACH

Program Offered:
Bachelor's Degrees
  • B.S. in General StudiesB.S. in General Studies
    This flexible program incorporates studies across many disciplines and is designed to fit a student's interests, needs, and goals. Enrollees select an Interdisciplinary Thematic Concentration from among Humanities (which includes English, journalism, foreign languages, and philosophy), Social Sciences (anthropology, political sciences, geography, psychology, etc.), and Business (accounting, economics, management, etc.).
  • B.S. in Health Information ManagementB.S. in Health Information Management
    This program develops the students' skills for managing data in the health care and related fields, as well as the systems for collecting, storing, retrieving, relaying, and communicating said information. Graduates are able to support clinical and health care settings as researchers, analysts, and administrators.
Master's Degrees
  • M.S. in Engineering and Technology Mgt. M.S. in Engineering and Technology Mgt.
    Students delve into the business side of engineering and technology, learning analysis such as Six-Sigma in addition to techniques for personnel management and leadership.
  • MA in EnglishMA in English
    This master's program offers general advanced training in English, appropriate for careers in journalism, publishing, technical writing, and other fields that require well-developed reading and writing skills. Students take courses in English lit, American lit, technical writing, oral communication, and more.
  • M.S. in Family and Consumer SciencesM.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences
    This program offers studies into family dynamics from traditional roles and functions to behaviors and social values.
  • M.S. in Health InformationM.S. in Health Information
    Students receive advanced instruction that prepares them to collect, analyze, incorporate and communicate primary and secondary health care data professionally. Pre-requisite: Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university; minimum two years of work experience in health information or related industry, or must submit an essay otherwise; a resume, personal statement, and three letters of recommendation.
  • M.A. in HistoryM.A. in History
    Students of this program develop the critical thinking skills to utilize the historical knowledge and perspectives gained through coursework for professional or educational purposes. Both thesis and non-thesis tracks are available.
  • M.S. in Nutrition and DieteticsM.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics
    With an emphasis on applied dietetics, this program covers anatomy, diet therapy, food systems management, community and human nutrition, and experimental food science to prepare enrollees for a career as dietitians or in fields such as nutrition research and food service.
Certificates

Louisiana Tech University

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