Review of Northwestern State University of Louisiana
from Covington, LA
Describe your college in three sentences.
Northwestern State University is diverse in student body and organizations. There truly is something for everyone here. You can really branch out and grow to the person you're meant to be.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
This is a great place to study and get your degree. You can have the traditional college experience while still maintaining your grades and having a good time.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
The course load is enough to keep you busy but not excessive to break your back. The teachers are all really helpful and willing to work with you.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Dorm life is great. It's quiet when you need to study and energetic when you want to have fun.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food is actually pretty good for being a cafeteria. There's also places on campus, Vic's and The Grill, that you can eat at that have a wide variety of selections.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Natchitoches is a small town but there's always festivals going on downtown and cute restaurants to eat at.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
It's a great school for the affordable price.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Something fun we do is a scavenger hunt around Halloween. It's called Chasing Isabella, named after our campus ghost Isabella.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Everyone can find their niche at NSU. There's truly a place for every student where they feel like they can fit in and thrive to the best of their abilities.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Everyone can find an organization that interests them and keeps them involved. There's such a vast variety of different clubs and sports you can join.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Greek life is a great way to meet new people and widen your group of friends. There's a house for everyone that really fits your personality.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Campus police work around the clock to make sure the area is safe for everyone. If there's ever a time you may need them, they get to the scene in a few seconds. Since they're stationed in the heart of campus, it doesn't take them long to get where they need to be.
Northwestern State University is diverse in student body and organizations. There truly is something for everyone here. You can really branch out and grow to the person you're meant to be.
This is a great place to study and get your degree. You can have the traditional college experience while still maintaining your grades and having a good time.
The course load is enough to keep you busy but not excessive to break your back. The teachers are all really helpful and willing to work with you.
Dorm life is great. It's quiet when you need to study and energetic when you want to have fun.
The food is actually pretty good for being a cafeteria. There's also places on campus, Vic's and The Grill, that you can eat at that have a wide variety of selections.
Natchitoches is a small town but there's always festivals going on downtown and cute restaurants to eat at.
It's a great school for the affordable price.
Something fun we do is a scavenger hunt around Halloween. It's called Chasing Isabella, named after our campus ghost Isabella.
Everyone can find their niche at NSU. There's truly a place for every student where they feel like they can fit in and thrive to the best of their abilities.
Everyone can find an organization that interests them and keeps them involved. There's such a vast variety of different clubs and sports you can join.
Greek life is a great way to meet new people and widen your group of friends. There's a house for everyone that really fits your personality.
Campus police work around the clock to make sure the area is safe for everyone. If there's ever a time you may need them, they get to the scene in a few seconds. Since they're stationed in the heart of campus, it doesn't take them long to get where they need to be.