Universities in Louisiana — Directory
This page provides a comprehensive directory of accredited universities and colleges operating in Louisiana. Information includes institution profiles, locations, and official contact points.
For detailed information about tuition, programs, and admissions, visit Cost of Studying, Programs & Degrees, and Admissions Guide. For student life insights, see Student Experiences.
Public Universities
Louisiana State University (LSU)
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Official Website: https://www.lsu.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana
Official Website: https://www.louisiana.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, Louisiana
Official Website: https://www.latech.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
Official Website: https://www.uno.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Private Universities
Tulane University
New Orleans, Louisiana
Official Website: https://www.tulane.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Loyola University New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
Official Website: https://www.loyno.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
Official Website: https://www.xula.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
This directory includes accredited institutions in Louisiana. Students should verify current accreditation status, program availability, and admission requirements directly with universities. Additional information is available on the Data Sources page.
Last reviewed: January 2026