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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

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Overview

Established in 1931, the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center is a non-profit public specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of New Orleans (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Louisiana. This institution also has branch campuses in Alexandria, Baton Rouge and Shreveport. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC) 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 93-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. LSUHSC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Control Typepublic

Entity

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym LSUHSC
Founded 1931
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 433 Bolivar Street
New Orleans
70112-2223 Louisiana
United States
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Phone Number +1 (504) 568 4808
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Fax Number +1
Other locations Alexandria, Baton Rouge and Shreveport

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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 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center'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 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center'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 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center'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 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center.

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 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 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's admission information.

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Admission Office Admission Office

1901 Perdido Street, Box P3-4
New Orleans 70112
(504) 568 6262


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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 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center.

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 900-999 academic employees (Faculty).


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Control Type Control Type

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center is a public higher education institution.


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Entity Type Entity Type

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center is a non-profit higher education institution.


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center does not have any religious affiliation.


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 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools & Centers
Size & Setting Four-year, small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority graduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Single program-Other

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's main facilities:


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Library

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 66,300 physical volumes, 89 physical media and 207 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 24 full-time employees, including 10 librarians. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 526 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's main services:


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center'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.

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center'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 Source: IPDES.

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center'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.


Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1931


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs
  • Council on Education for Public Health
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Louisiana State University System (LSU System)

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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