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Barksdale AFB
Campus

Located on Barksdale Air Force Base, NSU at Barksdale provides high-quality, flexible higher education designed for active-duty military, veterans, dependents, and civilians in Bossier, Caddo, and Webster parishes. Our mission? To make earning your degree accessible—where duty meets ambition.

NSU at Barksdale

Tailored for Military & Veteran Success
  • In-base convenience: Located in the Base’s Education Center, students enjoy easy access while maintaining mission readiness.

  • Recognized as a Governor’s Military & Veteran Friendly Campus: NSU earns accolades for superior service to those with military affiliations, from flexible course formats to prior learning credit.

  • Support every step of the way: Benefit from veteran-focused advising, financial aid packages, and seamless credit transfer of military or educational credentials.

Flexible, Accessible Academic Options
  • Take general education courses, transfer CCAF credits, or complete your degree entirely online. NSU@Barksdale adapts to your schedule.

  • Full integration with NSU’s robust online learning platform (eNSU) grants access to over 39 degrees, with no out-of-state fees.

Healthcare-Focused Programs & Career Development
  • NSU’s College of Nursing & School of Allied Health boasts Louisiana’s oldest and most comprehensive nursing and allied health offerings.

  • Whether you’re pursuing ASN, BSN, RN-to-BSN, Radiologic Sciences, or advanced health degrees, NSU supports your entire academic journey.

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PROGRAMS YOU CAN BEGIN AT BARKSDALE

 

  • General Education Pathways – Lay the groundwork for any degree with transferable core courses.
  • Healthcare & Allied Health Tracks – Seamlessly progress toward nursing, radiologic sciences, and allied health credentials.
  • Online Degree Pathways via eNSU – Tailored for working adults and military lifestyles—with online, hybrid, and in-person options.
Non-traditonal student learning from home

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

 

Comprehensive Advising: Connect with staff at NSU@Barksdale for personalized guidance. Contact Ty Whatley, NSU@Barksdale Director, at whatleyt@nsula.edu or (318) 677‑3005.

 

Testing & Placement Services: Prepare for academic life more easily—placement testing is available right on base (with prior authorization).

Financial Aid & Military Scholarships: Leverage tailored aid, GI Bill benefits, Military Tuition Assistance, and flat-rate tuition for online degrees.

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