LeTourneau University Reviews
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David from La Crescenta, CA
08/27/2009Reviewer is A current student here.
11 out of 11 people found this review useful. 1 of 18
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Most students at LeTourneau are getting either an engineering degree or a flight degree. The most frequent answer to the question What are you majoring in? is Mechanical Engineering. (Engineering has a wonderful job market.) This is also a great place to get a science degree.
Tips for prospective students Try to get A's in any and all remaining high school classes to maximize your GPA, and get the Official SAT Study Guide and do several of the practice tests inside to maximize your score when you take the SAT. These will maximize the monetary assistance you will get from the college, as well as raising your chances of getting other scholarships. Get in touch early with an admissions counselor here, who will help you with everything until you start your classes. If you are taking AP classes, make sure you take the AP tests and do well on them, so that you can transfer in credits and start with a lighter load. It is always good to start with a light load while you get used to how things work. If you may be transferring more than 12 credit hours, you may want to wait until you have paid your part of the tuition before you ask to have the credits counted. Class starts the last week of August, and registration is the last week before class starts. You meet with a counselor who teaches classes associated with your major, and he/she advises you on what to take. It is a good idea to meet with him/her again a couple days after your counseling appointment and review the schedule in case your mind has changed about any of the classes.
Bang for the buck The majors that LeTourneau University offers are taught very well. Professors are chosen carefully, and many stay for decades. Every class is meant to truly teach students something. This means that students learn more than the subject of their major; they also carry away a wealth of knowledge about other subjects. The price of each year at LeTourneau University, before any awards, scholarships or grants are taken into account, is about $28,000. This is slightly above the 2008 average, but it is well worth it. Also, there are generous scholarships for merit based on the high school GPA and SAT or ACT scores, which range from $6000 per year to $9000 per year, taking out up to a third of tuition.
Am enjoying being here Everyone on campus is wonderfully friendly, and the attitude is contagious. Whenever visitors cross paths with students, faculty or staff, they are always greeted warmly and asked if they need help. By no means does that helpfulness does not go away when you become a student. The food is good and there is variety, with organic and vegan foods available for any on those diets. The dorms are friendly, and though there is some rowdiness, everything is approved by campus security and completely voluntary. Concerns about things local to a dorm are taken first to students of authority, and then larger matters are taken to adults in charge. The student senate brings together concerns that students have about campus-wide things, and the administration actually listens to the student senate! (It was implied when I heard it that that is unusual.)
Am learning a lot LeTourneau does not offer many, if any, fluff classes. Everything is educational, and since it is a Christian university, there is actually meaning in what you learn. History, for example, is not a bunch of names, dates, and places that need to be correctly connected, but a real, interesting story.
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Tara from Longview, TX
12/21/2010Reviewer is A current student here.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful. 2 of 18
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Great for students who are home schooled.
Tips for prospective students Choose either engineering or flight related major when you choose to come here. If you are choosing something other than that, your best bet is to go somewhere else only because I feel as though you can get the same education (easier) for a cheaper price.
Bang for the buck It is some what expensive so make sure you apply fr scholarships, but it is worth the cost in the end.
Am enjoying being here fr me personally, it is not my enviroment. That's not to say it won't be just right for you. The people you meet on campus are amazing and friendly. I personally come from a bigger place so it is not my 'scene'.
Am learning a lot This is a very educational school so I suggest that if you want to attend you be sure that you are NOT looking for a school all about partying. I will be very honest with you on what the school is like because it really depends on the type of person that you are, if you understand what I am saying. This is a very good school if you are interested in anything flight related and or enginerring related because you will learn a lot. Not only in the educational sense but you will also learn a lot about other people and how others intereact.
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LeTu student
06/29/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful. 3 of 18
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Mostly Nerds, Geeks, Athletes (we don't have football though), and Homeschoolers.
Tips for prospective students Take the ACT multiple times. That extra point could mean $2000 more a year for your merit scholarship. Take dual credit classes in high school. They are an excellent way in getting rid of your basics so you can start on something relevant to your major. Apply for housing IMMEDIATELY after being accepted (if you know you are going there). I waited until mid-June before my freshman year and barely got into a dorm. Check LeTourneau's deadline for FAFSA as well, if you want need-based financial aid or loans.
Bang for the buck Great quality education for the money that goes into it. They even offer very high merit scholarships that you can get to help yourself out.
Am enjoying being here While there is not too much student events, you will almost always see people you know everyday.
Am learning a lot I've learned quite a lot in the short time I have been here. Hardly any of my classes are subjects that would not be relevant to my major (engineering). The one-on-one time you can get with faculty and teachers is something unparalleled in larger universities.
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Mihary from Longview, TX
07/02/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 4 of 18
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Engineers, Scientists, Aviation people, Mk's, and Home schooled... also if you are a rich international student, it's really great!
Tips for prospective students Try your best and whatever you can to get the maximum financial aid possible. Also, have fun while working (and this is very easy to do at letourneau)
Bang for the buck Being an international student has always been making my college experience a bit painful. I am eligible for only the merit scholarships and got one of them, but it can only cover about 1/4 of the expenses. Being from a poor country and a modest family does not really help resolving that issue. However, the faith that I have helps me persevere and knock as many doors as possible outside LeTourneau to help me pay for college. I hope I will make it through...
Am enjoying being here The fact that it is a small school really makes my college experience very enjoyable. Students, faculty, and staff are all very friendly and are willing to help. I really love the fact that everybody says hi to each other every time they meet. Knowing everybody around is definitely a big plus. I really enjoy all the activities that letourneau offers. They helped me to balance between my studies, my social life, and tons of fun!!!
Am learning a lot The quality of the education at LeTourneau is just very satisfying. I got the chance to expand my knowledge in science by a lot. It is not limited to academic knowledge only. I am making a lot of friends and am learning to develop socially and spiritually. I acquired a wide range of skills such as academic, professional, social, and much more.
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Lynnea from Dallas, TX
12/29/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 5 of 18
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Those seeking a closer, more intimate relationship with God. Those seeking a wholesome and well-rounded education. Those who don't mind having lunch conversations about whether or not there is a planet closer to the sun than Mercury and whether or not that is even possible based upon the mass of the sun and/or planet. Those who don't mind watching Disney movies and, to their surprise and amusement, having the guys from their brother floor sing along to every single song. Those who don't mind a smallish community (though it feels large once you realize the diversity and depth of the students). Those who love airplanes.
Tips for prospective students Don't be afraid to jump into your floor activities. Some floors do crazy stuff (nigh on hazing), but you don't have to participate if you don't want to. But what's the harm in trying? The people in your dorm are going to be the ones you see more often than anyone else, even those you have classes with. If you're going to see them so much, you might as well have fun with it! Don't be afraid to prank. Now, I don't mean anything dangerous. Just fun things that won't hurt anyone or anything. You'd be surprised at how fast a friendship can be made once you've pranked someone! Plus, if you decide to go to LeTourneau, you'll be attending an engineering school (unless you ask a flight major, in which case it's an aviation school). You'll be amazed and awestruck at some of the epic pranks the engineering students can come up with. Don't come to LeTourneau with your Ten Year Goal in mind. The school will change you. God will change you. Get engaged in a local church! There are some really amazing ones, and growing in your relationship with God is more important than anything else you could do on campus. DON'T SKIP CHAPEL! I know it's easy to, but you'll miss some really good ones and will be scrambling at the end of the semester to complete your chapel credit. HAVE FUN!
Bang for the buck Don't let anyone tell you any different; LeTourneau is expensive. Especially if, like me, you are a flight major. On top of all the other expenses that other students are paying for, flight majors have to pay for airplane expenses, simulators, mechanic/maintenance tools, and some of the biggest textbooks on campus. However, the education is second to none. The hands-on experience is just that: they don't let you read about something and then not do it. There are free programs coming out the wazoo for LeTourneau students from tutoring (yes, FREE tutoring!) to intramurals to ice cream Fridays to free Monster energy drinks during finals week. The price is high, but the experience is well worth it.
Am enjoying being here LeTourneau has a great deal of programs to get students engaged with each other (as opposed to 'to each other'). The campus is relatively small with around 1,500 undergraduates (smaller than my highschool), but there is always something going on. LeTourneau does something which, from what I've heard, is rather unique. They pair up male and female dorm floors as 'brother' and 'sister' floors. Because the male:female ratio at LeTourneau is about 3:1, we girls can often feel a little overwhelmed. However, through my relationship with my brother floor I have gotten to know a great deal of wonderful, God-honouring men. We do a lot of things together, from simply eating at the same table during mealtimes to Disney movie marathons in our dorm.
Am learning a lot Definitely the best choice I could have made, education-wise. LeTourneau's faculty are engaging and interested in the welfare of their students and do their best to help you learn. Everything is tailored to help you in your specific major so you are not learning fluff (as another student put it), though they are thoroughly interested in making each and every student a well-rounded, engaged member of society. As opposed to my high school education, where I had one good teacher and the rest were bad, in my first semester at LeTourneau I only had one bad teacher, and that was in a core class.
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Judah from Carrollton, TX
12/27/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
6 of 18
Categories Comments Great for these types of students LETU specializes in Engineering, and, thus, the courses are demanding. There are enough senior design projects opportunities for freshmen to stay busy in their free time. LeTourneau's engineering is for people who are willing to be diligent. Don't be enrolled in it if you plan on partying all night.
Tips for prospective students LeTourneau has a group for every body. There's a parkor club, a jazz band, people who go out on the weekends to dance two-step . . . Just be ready to be who you are and find the right group to hang out with. At the same time, be aware that floor community is very strong at LETU. You'll end up having a blast with your floor mates regardless your differences.
Bang for the buck Only because of my scholarships though. LeTourneau is well recognized for their engineering degrees, and the tuition is quite hefty if you have no outside financial support.
Am enjoying being here Yes, very much. My college mates are great fun, I especially enjoy hanging out with my honors cohort. The food's decent enough and the campus is well suited to my needs.
Am learning a lot My Teachers are excellent and have sufficient office hours for help when I don't understand concepts in class.
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flightmajor
01/26/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
7 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety the campus is in a really bad part of town, but there is usually a security car driving around at all times.
Greek Life we do have two fraternities and a sorority, but that's it.
Clubs and Activities it's kind of a small campus so there aren't a lot of clubs or anything going on
Great for these types of students rich people aviation lovers engineering majors
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus there's a small pond on campus and it's tradition to 'pond' someone on your floor at least once a year.
Bang for the buck it's a great school, but it's just outrageously expensice. if you're not engineering or aviation, don't come here.
What to do for fun not really much around here for fun, and it's in the ghetto. there are some movie theaters on the far side of town and you can usually find of pick-up game of ultimate frisbee somewhere on campus
Food and Dining the food sucks. it's the same meals every week and they aren't that good to start out with. unfortunatly, if you stay in the dorms, they require you to have at least a 13 meal a week plan.
Dorm Life lots of brother-sister floor bonding. i would definitely recommend staying in the dorms for at least a year or two.
Academic Rigor great academics - the best classes you can get. teachers are challenging, but fair.
Tips for prospective students do well on your sat!!!! that's what they award all their scholarships based on. easy to get in if you are from out of state. but if you're not studying flight, i wouldn't come here - it's just too expensive.
In three sentences great academics - can't get any better classes, especially for aviation. but the logistics of things is bad - they get loans mixed up, and other frustrating things like that. but overall, pretty good
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Regina from Fort Lauderdale, FL
03/20/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
8 of 18
Categories Comments What to do for fun LeTourneau has tons of on-campus and off-campus activities
Food and Dining Delicious food & dining by Bon Apetite food services
Dorm Life Floor-life is everything! Know your floor!
Academic Rigor You don't have to be a genius but work hard & you'll succeed!
Tips for prospective students Be ready to work hard for good grades!!
In three sentences LeTourneau University is an academically sound, private, Christian university. Great environment for all. Guy-to-girl ratio is 3-1.
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Rebecca from Crestwood, KY
03/22/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
9 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety Campus is really safe. Even though it is in the bad side of Longview, it is respected by the community and generally left alone. Campus Security also does a great job making sure everything is in order.
Clubs and Activities There are countless clubs and always something for everyone to do.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus We have a lot of different traditions. If you walk on to a certian floor and yell Donuts! you will be forced to take a cold shower fully clothed. If you get a girlfriend you have to walk around the loop before it is official. On your birthday you get special surprises. There is always a campus wide . NERF war in the fall.
What to do for fun Play games with your floor, Go out to movies, Homework study parities, Devotionals with the floor, date night with the Brother & Sister Floor, Movies with YAC, Bowling, Mystery Bus Tour, Flying...
Dorm Life Dorm life here is great. There is a big community on campus and the daily life of the students is very important to LETU staff. They make sure we are all well cared for and have plenty of room to spread our wings to do crazy things.
Academic Rigor Every teacher wants their students to be the best in the industry. Most teachers have experience in that industry. Whatever they put you through will be great, but expect it to take a lot of time and hard work.
Tips for prospective students Come in ready to have fun and work hard. The more general education credits (English, Physics, Math...) you come in with the better.
In three sentences LeTourneau University is a very professional school. They make you work hard, lean a lot and have fun doing it. It is very hands on and the teachers go the extra mile to make sure you succeed at what you are doing in the LeTourneau Community and beyond.
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Julia from Fort Worth, TX
05/15/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
10 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety Extremely safe. I was worried at first because we live in a bad neighborhood, but none of it comes on campus. Just remember to exercise caution and use your head when you go off campus--especially walking around at night.
Greek Life A few Christian fraternities and one Christian sorority.
What to do for fun Ponding--throwing your friends in the duck pond on their birthday or for other reasons as per floor traditions. Intramurals--most floors are really into intramural sports and it's a lot of fun because you have people who are really good and people who are just learning to play. Berm surfing--grab a cardboard box and down the hill you go; hold on tight!
Food and Dining LeTourneau is catered by Bon Apetit at the Corner Cafe and the Hive, but most students call the Corner Cafe Saga after the last catering service. Bon Apetit emphasizes local produce and offers a lot of fresh fruits and veggies. Students will complain, but students always complain--it's not amazing, but it's good and a lot better than most schools.
Dorm Life My dorm is my second family. We go to class together, hang out in the lobby together, sit together in chapel and at meals, and then spend our free time together doing crazy fun stuff. I couldn't have asked for a better floor.
Academic Rigor The classes are challenging, but not impossible. The professors are good at what they do and very understanding. If you want even more of a challenge, you can take honor's classes.
Tips for prospective students Be genuine and you'll be fine on the application. Make sure you visit campus. Even if you're far away, it's very important that you visit.
In three sentences I'm a mechanical engineer at LeTourneau and honestly couldn't have chosen a better place to be. I almost went to Rice, but the Christian environment and the genuineness of the students and faculty brought me to LeTU. The classes are challenging (that's coming from an honor's student:), but it's definitely worth it; I've learned so much and made friends that will last a lifetime.
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Jeffrey from Greenville, SC
05/17/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
11 of 18
Categories Comments What to do for fun I like to read and Im a die hard sports fan.
Food and Dining Never ate there
Dorm Life I did not have the pleasure of living on campus but their campus is beautiful.
Academic Rigor They challenge you in order to make you feel proud of your accomplishments.
Tips for prospective students I would urge you to apply to Letourneau they offer flexible scheduling to fit every aspect of your life.
In three sentences Letourneau University offers a great Christian based education that not only offers a strong faith based foundation for your educational needs but your whole life. Letourneau University treats you as a person and not just a number. They really make you feel welcome and wanted.
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Kimberly from Spring, TX
06/06/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
12 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety Though it is not in the best part of town, LeTourneau has an excellent security team to keep students safe. There has never been a serious incident on campus, and God has protected the students faithfully.
Greek Life There are a few different societies on campus, but they keep to themselves.
Clubs and Activities There are tons of different clubs and activities to get involved in. Also, YAC sets up campus-wide events for everyone to participate in. There are tons of things to do if you just look out for them.
Great for these types of students Homeschoolers, engineers, pilots, nerds, and Christians will all feel really comfortable at LeTourneau.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus The BERM is really awesome to sled down in the snow or to roll down on a sunny day.
Bang for the buck The room and board is really steep, but the tuition is worth it since the education is so excellent.
What to do for fun One of the best things to do is to get off campus and go dancing in Big Sandy or one of the churches in Longview.
Food and Dining Saga is a cafeteria, so it will never be like your mom's cooking. However, it does pretty well, especially if there are previewers or administrators visiting.
Dorm Life The floors are all really close, and it is fun to make floor traditions. You can find support and encouragement from those around you.
Academic Rigor The classes in the sciences are really tough, but they teach you a lot. The learning experience is really worth it, even though there may be a few late nights of studying.
Tips for prospective students Make sure to get to know your floor mates. They are the ones who will be there for you when things get tough. Also, be sure to visit the Achievement Center if you are struggling - they are excellent helpers.
In three sentences What makes LeTourneau such an incredible university is the people. The students, professors, resident directors, and even the cafeteria workers all care about you and help you to succeed. There is a unique kind of Christian love and support that permeates the entire campus.
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Darien from Oregon City, OR
06/20/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
13 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety The police are very friendly. When a storm went tornadic, they made sure all the students were following proper procedure.
Greek Life Referred to as societies, LETU has pretty much the same pledge/member system as other colleges, but the administration has control so things don't get too out of hand
Clubs and Activities There are clubs for every major
Bang for the buck Definitely worth a look. The scholarship opportunities help ease the pain for new students, with incentives for higher GPA's.
What to do for fun People are always going out to eat, and there are events about once a month in the auditorium
Food and Dining The food is great, if a bit repetitive after a few weeks.
Dorm Life Dorms are fun, and the floors are always doing something.
Academic Rigor Classes are challenging, but in a good way. Definitely prepares you for the engineering field.
Tips for prospective students Be ready for a lot of math, depending on your major.
In three sentences Great classes and instructors. As an engineering freshman I had hands on labs my first semester there. Underclassmen are often recruited to assist with upper-class projects.
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Mark from LONGVIEW, TX
09/03/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
14 of 18
Categories Comments What to do for fun sports, dorm fun, hangout with people, intramural and tons more
Tips for prospective students Get out and meet people, you'll enjoy it
In three sentences Letourneau has a great community on campus. There are amazing teachers and tons of great opportunities. I have fun activities to fill my free time with.
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Krystal from Mineola, TX
10/03/2012Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.
15 of 18
Categories Comments Academic Rigor It's great
Tips for prospective students Have your ducks in a row
In three sentences Great advisors
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Rhonda from Fort Worth, TX
12/15/2012Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.
16 of 18
Categories Comments Academic Rigor I rate them a 10 on thoroughness.
Tips for prospective students Do your homework before selecting a school.
In three sentences I was impressed with everything I read about them. My Academic adviser has been great in helping me with everything. They are quick to respond to you.
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Darcel from Arlington, TX
01/03/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
17 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety I am an online student, however, I have went through my orientation and it has been told to me that the campus is very well supervised by campus police and faculty.
Greek Life This college does not have this option.
Clubs and Activities I have not had a chance to join anything as of yet. I have heard that they do have a lot of clubs and activities for every major.
Great for these types of students Christians. This college holds very highly esteemed values.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Nothing out of the ordinary
Bang for the buck Not very expensive for an accredited college
What to do for fun I have been offered to go on trips via email from the college.
Food and Dining I am an online student. I have not had that experience.
Dorm Life I am an online student. I don't have that experience.
Academic Rigor Very well maintained, not very fast paced but, moderate.
Tips for prospective students Apply early for online studies Apply for financial aid early Keep in touch with your assigned counselor.
In three sentences Rating is a 100% great. I highly recommend to enroll as a online student. They help you through all the steps to enroll and apply for financial aid.
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Shanon from Longview, TX
03/19/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
18 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety yeah the rent a cops are there but there buttheads and stuck up
Greek Life no formal frats or sororities.
Clubs and Activities numerous clubs that exist for a year or so and most are not backed by staff.
Great for these types of students simple smart awkard
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus there are no formal dances on the school grounds of any kinds. there is also a police chief that is satan! he gives you a ticket for anything and everything.
Bang for the buck yeah the tuition is expensive and fees are outrageous for the little school that it is.
What to do for fun you have to find transportation to go into town and also to find and make your own fun on campus.
Food and Dining could be better food and staff. its always the same thing
Dorm Life there can be more real life expectations for the school and the students that live on campus
Academic Rigor the courses are laid out for you but you also need to focus and to study.
Tips for prospective students have an open mind create a challenge for yourself talk with your professors make sure you have a financial backing
In three sentences The school is challenging but instills worth inside its students. The staff is always on hand to help and inform students and parents on how to make the most of the experiences. You will leave with a sense of accomplishment and more then a grasp on the real world.
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