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Plans are underway for the º£½ÇÉçÇøto rejoin the LSU System in the summer of 2026. This will be an exciting new chapter that strengthens our mission, expands our reach, and deepens our commitment to New Orleans and Louisiana. We are dedicated to keeping you informed of changes along the way.
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New Books Edited by Education Professor Addresses Transforming Teacher Education for Complex, Changing World
Experts to Discuss New Orleans’ Economic & Real Estate Outlook at Annual Forecast Seminar
Featuring: Jazz Studies at the School of Music
Where better to study jazz than New Orleans? This º£½ÇÉçÇø Program of Excellence, founded in 1989 by jazz patriarch Ellis Marsalis, is celebrated for distinction in teaching, unique performance opportunities and distinguished alumni.
Featuring: Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Administration
Our school offers one of the best known bachelors and master's degrees in Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Administration. Our exceptional master's degree program is the only one in the state of Louisiana.
Featuring: Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
Due to a high demand for our graduates and the quality of our challenging program, we expect to continue to thrive and take our place among the best Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering programs in the world.
Featuring: Computer Science
The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated the º£½ÇÉçÇøas a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Research. º£½ÇÉçÇø is one of about 60 designated research centers in the country and the only one in Louisiana.
Our Students
Graduate With Less Debt
Affordable
77%
receive some form of financial assistance
º£½ÇÉçÇø is among the top 50 National Universities whose students graduate with the least average debt (U.S. News & World Report). Nearly 77% of our students receive some form of financial assistance every year, totaling over $41 million dollars in financial aid and scholarships.
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90%
employed within two years after graduating
90% of our students are employed two years after graduation according to Niche.com. º£½ÇÉçÇø has been ranked top in the state in lowest student debt and number one in Louisiana in highest early career salaries.
Life In New Orleans
World-renowned for its food, music, and annual celebrations and festivals, New Orleans is one of a kind. Find out how Privateers live and breath the big easy spirit.
Mardi Gras in New Orleans is a must. From tourist to locals, the city explodes with fun all month long! Experience Mardi Gras the Privateer style with our quick tips guide.
New Orleans is home to over 130 festivals a year spanning from music, food, and art. Check out our students personal favorites.
With campus being just 15 minutes to the historic French Quarter, 10 minutes to the central business district, and just 5 minutes to the lakefront, living on campus opens a world of new experiences and culture for new and incoming students.
PUT º£½ÇÉçÇø FIRST
º£½ÇÉçÇø First is the University's annual fund which supports all aspects of the student experience. It resources scholarships, state-of-the-art facilities, and academic program enhancements and provides flexibility for the University to respond to challenges as they arise.
MAKE A GIFT Put º£½ÇÉçÇø First for º£½ÇÉçÇø’s Future
PrIVATEER Athletics
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You Need To Be here
If you're up to the challenge, we want you to bring that energy to our campus, along with your ideas, your perspective and your ambition. Every year when we welcome a new class, º£½ÇÉçÇø takes on a slightly different personality. Because our students make this place what it is.