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Campus Life

Campus Size

Large Campus
23,170
Total Undergrads
Including 1,541 Part-time
5,481
Degree-Seeking Freshmen
Including 4 Part-time
Gender Breakdown:
51% Women
49% Men

Athletics

NCAA Division I-A

Southeastern Conference

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Cross Country/Track

Total Varsity Sports

8
Men's sports coaches (Average salary: $955,446)
10
Women's sports coaches (Average salary: $249,011)
Athletics Details
Sport Varsity Men Varsity Women Club Intramural
All Track Combined 136 105 - -
Baseball 36 - Yes -
Basketball 14 14 - Yes
Football 133 - - -
Golf 11 9 - Yes
Gymnastics - 21 - -
Soccer - 32 Yes Yes
Softball - 23 - Yes
Swimming and Diving 36 30 - -
Tennis 15 11 Yes Yes
Volleyball - 15 Yes Yes
Badminton - - Yes Yes
Court Sports - - - Yes
Cricket - - Yes -
Cycling - - Yes -
Equestrian - - Yes -
Flag Football - - - Yes
Frisbee/Disc Sports - - Yes Yes
Lacrosse - - Yes -
Martial Arts/Self Defense - - Yes -
Roller Hockey - - Yes -
Rowing - - Yes -
Rugby - - Yes -
Sailing - - Yes -
Table Tennis - - - Yes
Weight Lifting - - Yes -
Wrestling - - Yes -

Diversity

Student Total
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0.4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3.1%
Black/non-Hispanic 9.4%
Hispanic 3.3%
Non-resident alien 5.8%
Race/Ethnicity unknown 3.4%
Two or more races 0.6%
White/non-Hispanic 73.9%
Disabilities
Percent of students with disability 5%

Services & Housing

Services Offered
  • Academic/Career counseling
  • Employment services for current students to find part-time positions
  • Job placement for graduates to find full-time employment
  • Daycare on campus for children of students
  • Library on campus
Living
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Meal plan offered, meals per week can vary

Clubs & Organizations

Musical Groups
  • Choral Groups
  • Concert Band
  • Jazz Band
  • Marching Band
  • Music Ensemble
  • Pep Band
  • Symphony Orchestra
Performance Arts
  • Dance
  • Drama Theater
  • Musical Theater
  • Opera
Journalism & Publications
  • Literary Magazine
  • Yearbook
  • Television Station
  • Radio Station
Reserved Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Army ROTC
  • Air Force ROTC
Other
  • International Student Organization
  • Model United Nations
  • Student Government
  • Campus Ministries

Safety Statistics

Arrests On Campus
Illegal Weapons Possession 1
Drug Law Violation 53
Liquor Law Violation 102
Criminal Offenses On Campus
Personal Crime 5
Property Crime 44

Notable Alumni

  • Bill Conti, Musical composer
  • Billy Cannon, Football player
  • Christopher E. Barthel, Environmentalist
  • Frances Greer, Opera great
  • James A. King, Opera great
  • Joannne Woodward, Actress
  • Katherine A. Kendall, Former secretary general of the International Associations of Schools and Social Work
  • Marguerite Piazza, Opera great
  • Pete "Pistol" Maravich, Basketball player
  • Rex Reed, Film critic
Reviews: Dorm Life
  • Michael from Tucker, GA
  • 4
  • “If you like to party and prefer a more active dorm experience, live on the west side of campus. Expect plenty of noise most days if you do, but…”

  • Jul-10-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Food And Dining
  • 3
  • Olivia from Katy, TX
  • May-04-2013 I am a current student here

    Meal plans are quite pricey and policies seem to be taking money from students via wasted meal swipes that don't roll over to subsequent semesters. Variety and staff are excellent quality though and the two locations are convenient.

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  • 4
  • John from Covington, LA
  • Apr-18-2013 I am a current student here

    My dorms were conveniently located directly across the street from the main dining hall. The food was no 4-star restaurant, but I do have to say that they always offered a multitude of options such as a hot lunch, pizza (all day, every day), a stocked salad bar, and cereal. I'm not saying the food was bad; I'm just saying it's cafeteria food. I'll leave it at that.

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  • 4
  • Raven from Baton Rouge, LA
  • Mar-21-2013 I am a current student here

    There's the dining hall, but it gets old pretty quickly. Luckily there are restaurants within walking distance from campus. I LOVE SOUTHERN FOOD. It's crawfish season!

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  • 3
  • Isaiah from Lake Charles, LA
  • Mar-17-2013 I am a current student here

    Food and Dining is ok. They make great efforts to diversify the food and keep it healthy. However, the food quality sometimes can be quite poor.

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  • 4
  • Emily from LaPlace, LA
  • Mar-02-2013 I am a current student here

    You are in Louisiana so of course there is always seafood, as well as salads, ice cream, cereal, pizza. The menu is very tasteful and nutritious and is always changing.

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  • 3
  • Madison from Slidell, LA
  • Feb-22-2013 I am a current student here

    I hear the dining halls have better food than a lot of places, but i never use my meal plan. With paw points i get all of my food from the convenience stores or nearby restaurants.

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Student Responses to Review Topic: Greek Life
  • 0
  • Anonymous
  • May-09-2013 I am a current student here

    Coming to LSU alone... RUSH! Meet your greek family. You'll regret it if you don't!

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  • 0
  • Olivia from Katy, TX
  • May-04-2013 I am a current student here

    Well established Greek programs offering many opportunities for students involved, about half the population if involved in Greek life so the campus demographic generally gets along.

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  • 0
  • John from Covington, LA
  • Apr-18-2013 I am a current student here

    Greek Life is definitely something to consider at LSU. There are plenty of fraternities and sororities that fit just about any person's needs or personality. You don't need to join a sorority or fraternity to have fun. There are HUNDREDS of other social organizations offered at LSU, but of course Greek Life is a great way to make friends for life.

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  • 0
  • Falyn from Slidell, LA
  • Jan-09-2013 I am a current student here

    I have heard so many great things about Greek life from friends. They all enjoy it and I believe it is a great opportunity for many boys and girls.

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  • 0
  • Jasmine
  • Jan-03-2013 I am a current student here

    The Greek like is only important to a few people on campus. But it is definitely a plus because they bring the fun !

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  • 0
  • Meredith from Dallas, Texas
  • Dec-17-2012 I am a past student here

    Greek life is not the center of attention, but it is present on school. If your not in a sorority or fraternity you are considered a GDI.

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  • 0
  • Tyler from Marrero, LA
  • Dec-14-2012 I am a current student here

    LSU Greek life is quite lively. There is not a moment when the Greeks are not emerged in making the campus a better place. They also practice strict zero tolerance rules when it comes to hazing, making it safe for anyone who wants to join

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