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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

Academic Programs

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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

 

 

Latest News

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Matt Napoli
Alumni
Sep 29, 2025

Dr. Matt Napoli, ’04, was recently confirmed by the U.S. Senate as deputy administrator for defense nuclear nonproliferation for the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). As NNSA’s deputy administrator for defense nuclear nonproliferation,...

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Louisiana Tech University is strengthening its role in aerospace and advanced technology research thanks to new grant funding from the Louisiana Space Grant Consortium (LaSPACE) through NASA’s EPSCoR program. The College of Applied and Natural...

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General NewsLiberal Arts
Sep 24, 2025

Louisiana Tech University’s School of History and Social Sciences has officially changed its name to the School of Human Inquiry, a new title that better reflects the school’s purpose and mission.

Upcoming Events

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29 Sep
Student Org Annual Meeting

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (CST)

30 Sep
Riding the Circuit: LA Second Circuit Court of Appeal Hearings

Howard Center for the Performing Arts Howard Auditorium

9:00 AM - 2:30 PM (CST)

30 Sep
Top Dog New Venture Championship Info Session

College of Business Rawle Room (220) and Virtual

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (CST)