Turn Your Passion Into a Profession at Northwestern State University
At Northwestern State University, we don’t just help you earn a degree — we help you build a future. Choosing a major is an important step, but discovering a career path that aligns with your goals, strengths, and interests is what sets you up for long-term success.
Whether you’re still deciding what to study, looking to change your major, or planning your next professional move, NSU offers personalized guidance, hands-on experience, and industry-driven programs to help you explore, prepare, and thrive.
Your Career Starts With A Degree
Career Focused Programs
With over 50+ degree options in high-demand fields like business, healthcare, education, technology, the arts, and public service, our programs are designed to connect academic knowledge with real-world application.
Support Every Step of the Way
NSU’s Career Center offers one-on-one advising, career assessments, resume reviews, and internship placement services to help you discover your strengths and connect them to meaningful career paths.
Real-World Experience
Gain hands-on learning through internships, undergraduate research, clinicals, and service-learning projects that set you apart in today’s job market.
Powerful Outcomes
Our graduates are prepared to lead, adapt, and innovate in careers that make an impact. Whether you’re entering the workforce or heading to grad school, you’ll be ready for what’s next.
Your NSU Degree Pays Off
96%
NSU graduates are employed within six months of graduation
18.2%
average annual return to students on their educational investment
84%
of NSU students say their education directly prepared them for their chosen career field
A Degree of Enduring Value
With a $497.1M annual impact and 7,000+ jobs supported, NSU delivers career-ready graduates, fuels local communities, and offers a high-value education with lifelong returns.
Natchitoches (Main Campus)
Nestled in the heart of Natchitoches, NSU’s Main Campus blends historic charm with modern facilities. Whether you’re here for classes, events, or simply to enjoy campus life, you’ll find a vibrant community ready to support your academic and personal growth.
Shreveport Campus
Home to Louisiana’s oldest state-supported nursing school, NSU Shreveport powers healthcare careers with top-ranked nursing and allied health programs.
Address: 1800 Line Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana 71101
Barksdale Air Force Base
NSU proudly supports our military and veterans at Barksdale with flexible, accredited degrees that fit the demands of service life.
Address: 723 Douhet Drive, BAFB, LA
Alexandria (CENLA)
At the heart of Central Louisiana, NSU CENLA connects students to academic opportunity and workforce-ready programs tailored for real-world success.
Address: 1410 Neel Kearby Blvd., Alexandria, LA 713
Leesville/Fort Polk Campus
Designed for both military and civilian learners, NSU Leesville and Fort Polk offers hands-on programs, degree flexibility, and powerful career outcomes.
Address: 3329 University Parkway, Leesville, LA 71446
Marksville Campus
NSU Marksville brings education close to home, offering local classes, online support, and proctored testing—all within the Tunica-Biloxi community.
Address: 150 Melancon Rd, Marksville, LA 71351
Online Learning
As Louisiana’s first electronic campus, eNSU offers 40+ accredited online degrees, competitive tuition, and unmatched flexibility for working adults and military students.
Address: 150 Melancon Rd, Marksville, LA 71351
