International Students Program
Overview
Louisiana College: A Quality Four-Year University
Louisiana College, a four-year-university, was founded in 1906 and is
known for its academic quality and excellence in education. As a private
Christian college of liberal arts and sciences it serves more than 1,000
students each year. Louisiana College is accredited by the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools and has been recognized for the past several years
by U.S. News and World Report's "America's
Best Colleges."
Location
Louisiana College is located in the southern United States near the Red
River in Pineville, Louisiana (population 12,000). Alexandria, Louisiana
(population 60,000) sits directly across the Red River and forms part
of the college's community.
The campus is comprised of 81 acres of
pine trees with twenty-five academic and residential buildings both modern
and historic. Pineville is a very safe area with easy access by car to
restaurants, shopping, and recreation. The multicultural city of Alexandria,
a five-minute drive away, also offers a shopping mall, an international
airport, and other conveniences.
The state of Louisiana is a popular year-round tourist destination for
people who enjoy Southern history, food, music, festivals, and charm.
Major cities within easy driving distance include New Orleans (4 hours),
Baton Rouge (2 hours), Shreveport (2 hours), Houston (4 hours), and Dallas
(5 hours).
Central Louisiana enjoys comfortable and mild weather: warm and humid
in spring and fall, cool in winter, and hot in summer. The temperature
drops below freezing just a few days out of each year. It rarely snows.
Student Services & Activities
All Louisiana College students have access to the following:
- on-campus medical services
- state-of-the-art health complex, including weight room, aerobics,
indoor pool, whirlpool, indoor basketball and racquetball courts
- tennis courts
- multiple cultural and spiritual events on campus
- game room with billiards, table tennis, air hockey, and music
- free movies in the Student Center
- free admission to all Louisiana College sporting events
- cafeteria and take-out dining
For more information on student life at Louisiana College, see the Student
Life web site.
In addition to the college's facilities, students may enjoy local recreation
and attractions like museums, national parks, rivers, lakes, festivals,
and historic sites.
Academic Requirements for Admission
To be admitted, students must demonstrate above-average academic ability.
International students seeking unconditional admission must submit ACT
or SAT scores (not required for conditional admission). TOEFL scores are
also required of international students. A minimum score of 550 (paper-based)
or 213 (computer-based) on the TOEFL is required for unconditional admission
to the college. However, students scoring between 500 and 550 will be
considered for conditional admission.
Academic Programs
Louisiana College offers numerous programs
of study, including a number of pre-professional
programs.
Upon Arrival
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International students arriving at Alexandria International Airport
will receive free transportation from the airport to the college.
Students must contact the International Student Advisor in advance
to schedule a driver.
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On campus housing will be arranged. Most students live in dormitories
and share rooms with an American student. Holiday housing will be
available when dorms close for Christmas and other vacations.
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All international students will participate in orientation sessions
before classes begin and occasionally throughout the semester. These
orientation sessions will help students become familiar with Pineville/Alexandria,
the LC campus, student life, academic requirements, and other relevant
issues like health, banking, transportation, culture shock, and maintaining
F-1 visa status.
Costs
Estimated Total Annual Expenses:
(tuition, room & board, fees, books, educational expenses)
~ $16,000 per year
For a breakdown of all costs, please see the Tuition,
Fees, & Other Charges page.
Contact Information
For more information on the international student program at Louisiana College, please contact the Office of Admissions.
Louisiana College Admissions Office
Attention: International
1140 College Drive
Pineville, LA 71360 USA
Telephone: (318) 487-7259
Fax: (318) 487-7550
Email: