Founded in 1948, Nicholls State University is located on 287-acres, in rural-south Louisiana, deep in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, near Thibodaux, Louisiana. With just over 6,500 students, this intimate university offers student-focused learning and research opportunities that are geared towards individual needs. The school is home to over 1,000 “non-traditional” students, who are degree-seeking undergraduates over the age of 25. This includes a number of military veterans and other students in unique situations. It is also home to the Louisiana Center for Dyslexia and Related Learning Disorders, providing services to students who have learning disabilities.
The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and awards associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees. The most popular bachelor’s programs at the school include nursing, teacher education, biology, and interdisciplinary studies. Culinary arts is also a popular program at the school.
The school boasts an excellent student-to-faculty ratio, at 22:1, making it a great learning environment for those who thrive with extra attention. Like many other schools of its kind, Nicholls State University has a growing number of online programs available to its students, including bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
Nicholls hosts a number of unique festivals and celebrations for its students. Since 1974, the school has given away over 170,000 pounds of crawfish for its annual Crawfish Day. It also hosts an award-winning Louisiana Swamp Stomp Festival, attracting thousands of visitors from across the country each year.
Athletics
Nicholls State maintains 14 NCAA Division 1 sports teams for its students, six for men and 8 for women. These sports include basketball, softball, football, track and field, as well as volleyball.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Nicholls State is an extremely affordable university that offers a number of financial aid and scholarship opportunities. The tuition per semester for the school is $3,600 a year for Louisiana State residents, and $8,345 a year for out-of-state residents. Over 60% of the student body participates in Louisiana’s TOPS program, which offers full tuition payment for Louisiana residents who achieved high scores on the ACT and maintained a high GPA during high school.
Rankings
In 2012, for the second consecutive year, US News and World Report ranked Nicholls State University 50th among regional universities in the Southern United states. Among public universities, it was ranked number 3 in the state of Louisiana. Among all southern regional universities, both public and private, the school was ranked 95th.
Student Housing
There are a variety of options for Nicholls students who would like to live on-campus. Seven on-campus halls encourage a vibrant student life and offer opportunities for students to focus on their academic pursuits and build relationships with their classmates. All of the housing options are co-ed, and most include suite style accommodations. One building for upperclassmen, the Brady Complex Apartments, offers apartment style living that includes full kitchen areas.
General Information
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Admission Office PO Box 2004-NSU Thibodaux, LA 70310 (985) 448-4507 (877) 642-4655 Fax: (985) 448-4929 [email protected] Contact: Becky Durocher Director of Admissions |
Main Address PO Box 2009 Thibodaux, LA 70310 (985) 446-8111 |
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Size Total undergrads: 6,299 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 1,263 Degree-seeking undergrads: 6,246 Graduate enrollment: 621 Setting | Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $20 Out-of-state application fee: $30 Online application fee: $20 |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 82% Percent students who return sophomore year: 65% |
College Majors
Agriculture & Related Sciences Agricultural Business B Arts, Visual & Performing Art – General B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Biology B Business, Management, & Marketing Accounting B Communications & Journalism Mass Communications/Media Studies B Computer & Information Sciences Computer Science B Education Art Teacher Education B Engineering Technologies Mechanical Engineering Technology B English Language & Literature English Language & Literature – General B Family & Consumer Sciences Child Care Management A Foreign Language & Literature French B Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Health Services – General B History History – General B Law & Legal Studies Paralegal/Legal Assistant A Liberal Arts & Sciences General Studies A,B Mathematics Mathematics – General B Personal & Culinary Services Culinary Arts/Chef Training A,B Physical Sciences Chemistry B Psychology Psychology – General B Security & Protective Services Police Science A Social Sciences Political Science/Government B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
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