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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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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

 

 

Latest News

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Billy McConnell
AlumniGeneral News
May 18, 2026

Louisiana Tech University alumnus Billy McConnell, whose diverse and successful corporate and entrepreneurial career has spanned more than five decades, will serve as keynote speaker for Tech’s Spring Commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 23 at...

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Liberal ArtsStudents
May 15, 2026

Several fourth-year Louisiana Tech University Architecture students competed in the Gulf Coast Green Conference Student Competition in Houston in April. The competition challenged students of all fields to design for the conference theme, Cycle:...

Jacob Brown

Jacob Brown, a graduate student in the Department of Kinesiology, has been named a 2026 National Scholar Award recipient by the American Kinesiology Association (AKA), an award given to only two master’s students nationwide.

Upcoming Events

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18 May
President's Late Night Breakfast

Student Center Tech Table

9:30 PM - 11:30 PM (CST)

19 May
CHAMP Tryouts

Ruston High School Spirit Building

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CST)

23 May
ROTC Commissioning Ceremony

6:30 AM - 8:00 AM (CST)