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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University

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world rank  6954

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Overview

Founded in 1923, the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Baton Rouge (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Louisiana. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University (Franu) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University (Franu) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 101-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. Franu also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym Franu
Founded 1923
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University Location

Address 5414 Brittany Drive
Baton Rouge
70808-4380 Louisiana
United States
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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Phone Number +1 (225) 768 1700
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University.

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)
30,000-34,999 US$
(27,340-31,890 Euro)
International
students
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)
30,000-34,999 US$
(27,340-31,890 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's admission information.

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University.

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Control Type Control Type

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is a private higher education institution.


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Entity Type Entity Type

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University has a Christian-Catholic affiliation (Franciscan - www.fmolsisters.com).


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Size & Setting Four-year, very small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, higher part-time institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with Arts & Sciences

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 11,812 physical volumes, 888 physical media, 2,873 digital/electronic media and 116 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 8 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Housing University Housing

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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

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University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's main services:


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1994


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • Association of University Programs in Health Administration
  • Council on Accreditation for Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
  • National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Louisiana Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (LAICU)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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