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ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Tech

  • ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Tech

    ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½, established in 1894 in Ruston, ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½, is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and hands-on learning. With diverse undergraduate and graduate programs, modern facilities, cutting-edge research centers, and vibrant student life, the university provides an unparalleled educational experience. Emphasizing faculty expertise, mentorship, and active community engagement, ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Tech prepares students for successful careers and meaningful contributions to society.

    Founded: July 6, 1894
    Location: Ruston, ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½
    Mission: As a selective-admissions, comprehensive public university, ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Tech is committed to quality in teaching, research, creative activity and scholarship, public service, and workforce/economic development. ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Tech maintains as its highest priority the education and development of its students in a challenging environment within a safe and supportive, diverse community of learners.
    Total Enrollment: 12,039
    Freshman Class: Full-time — 2,445; Part-time — 11
    Student/Faculty Ratio: 21:1
    Average Freshman ACT: 23.9
    IPEDS Retention Rate: 82%
    Academic Calendar: Quarter system awarding semester hours. Three quarters (Fall, Winter, Spring) equals two semesters at other universities.
    Affordability: Over 90% of students receive some form of financial assistance.
    Sports: 16 varsity sports competing in NCAA Division I — Conference USA
    Campus Community: ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Tech’s pedestrian-friendly campus centers around the Quad with its shady trees and the Lady of the Mist fountain. Ruston, a friendly southern town of approximately 22,000 is home to parks, lakes, and world-class mountain biking trails.
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