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Ruston, LA

Ruston, with its small-town charm and outdoor recreation opportunities, provides a pristine setting for learning. Whether you are one of more than 117,000 Ever Loyal Tech alumni or thinking about becoming part of the Tech Family, we are glad you’re here.

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At a Glance

Louisiana's best university is in Ruston. Our studios, labs, and classrooms are places of innovation to achieve excellence.

#1
Public University in Louisiana
- Niche, 2026
180+
Student Organizations
Top 7%
of Universities in the World
- Center for World Universities Rankings, 2024

Testimonials

When searching for the perfect college, I visited and immediately recognized the personal environment and close-knit community. This really resonated with me, making me feel like a student and not just a number.  The smaller class sizes at Tech personalize the learning experience, allowing for meaningful interactions with professors and students. Additionally, Louisiana Tech University has a strong reputation for engineering, particularly the hands-on approach and real-world applications in class, making it the perfect fit for my educational and career goals.

McKinley Sherman
McKinley Sherman
Bachelor’s in Biomedical Engineering (2024), Master’s in Engineering and Technology Management (2025)

What I love most about the Animal Science program at Louisiana Tech is how it combines hands-on experience with real science. Whether we’re working with cattle, pigs, sheep, or horses, the labs make everything we learn in class come to life. But more than that, there's a real sense of family here and this program is helping me turn my passion for animals into a career I’m proud of.

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Jake Spinney
Bachelor in animal science (Pre-Vet concentration) 2027

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A student at Tech Farm posing with Tech XXII.A computer science student participates in the annual Cyber StormA student works in the electrical engineering lab.Student measure VO2 max in the Sports Performance Lab.
135 Degrees & Programs
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14th Straight Year Top Tier
National University

- U.S. News and World Report, 2025
#1
Highest Early Career Earnings in Louisiana
- Georgetown CEW
96%
Incoming freshmen receive financial assistance
#1
Fastest Time to Degree Completion
- Louisiana Board of Regents

 

 

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William Willoughby
Faculty/StaffLiberal Arts
Jul 16, 2026

Louisiana Tech University has appointed William T. Willoughby, AIA, as the new associate dean of coordinated graduate studies in the College of Liberal Arts. He will also serve as professor of architecture in the College's School of Design.

Dr. Gary Kennedy

After serving as dean in the College of Applied and Natural Sciences for the past 11 years, Dr. Gary Kennedy takes on a new role as director of the RoyOMartin Forest Products Innovation Center (FPIC), where he will lead the launch of one of Louisiana...

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Aurora McCain, a student in the School of Agricultural Sciences and Forestry at Louisiana Tech University, was awarded the 2026 National Association of Women in Timber (NAWT) Scholarship on June 5 during the 7th Annual NAWT Conference in Georgetown,...

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21 Jul
Orientation Session #4

12:00 PM - 11:59 PM (CST)

23 Jul
IFC Org Browse Presentation

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CST)