Campus Tours

See Yourself at Northwestern

Explore Northwestern State University through a personalized campus tour. Whether you’re a student, transfer, professional, or parent, see why NSU stands out with affordable tuition, strong academics, and a vibrant community.

Tour classrooms, labs, and residence halls, guided by NSU ambassadors. It’s more than a visit—it’s your first step toward a future filled with opportunity.

What You’ll Experience on Tour

• Get a feel for our campus size, layout, and energy.
• Explore academic programs, student life, and support services.
• Meet current students, faculty, and staff.
• Ask real questions and get real answers.
• See how NSU can prepare you for a career—and a life—you’ll love.

Alost Hall

Alost Hall at Northwestern State University is a premier residential community on the NSU campus in Natchitoches, offering modern suite-style living, spacious rooms, and convenient access to academic buildings, dining, and campus life. Designed to enhance the student experience, Alost Hall provides comfortable on-campus housing that keeps students connected to classes, activities, and the vibrant Purple community at NSU.

Russell Hall

Russell Hall at Northwestern State University is a central academic facility on the Natchitoches campus and proudly serves as the home of the College of Business and Technology. The building houses classrooms, faculty offices, and collaborative learning spaces that support programs in business, technology, and related fields. Russell Hall provides a professional, hands-on learning environment where students connect with faculty, gain real-world experience, and develop the skills needed to lead and innovate in today’s workforce.

Teacher Education Center

Kyser Hall

Kyser Hall at Northwestern State University is a vibrant academic building on the Natchitoches campus, home to classrooms, faculty offices, and the university’s Photography Studio. As a hub for creativity, communication, and hands-on learning, Kyser Hall supports a range of academic programs and provides students with opportunities to collaborate, create, and gain real-world experience in a dynamic learning environment.

School of Kinesiology

The School of Kinesiology (formerly Health and Human Performance) building at Northwestern State University supports programs focused on kinesiology, exercise science, sport management, and wellness. Featuring specialized labs, classrooms, and hands-on training spaces, the facility provides students with real-world learning experiences that prepare them for careers in healthcare, athletics, coaching, and community health.

Morrison Hall

Morrison Hall at Northwestern State University is home to the Louisiana Scholars’ College, the university’s selective honors college. The building features classrooms, faculty offices, and collaborative spaces designed to support seminar-style learning and close faculty mentorship. Morrison Hall fosters an engaging academic environment where high-achieving students pursue rigorous coursework, meaningful research, and intellectual exploration.

Fournet Hall

Fournet Hall at Northwestern State University houses specialized labs and classrooms that support nursing and other health-related programs. Designed for hands-on learning, the building features clinical simulation spaces and instructional labs where students gain practical experience, develop critical skills, and prepare for careers in patient care and the healthcare industry.

Williamson Hall

Williamson Hall at Northwestern State University is home to engineering and technology classrooms designed to support hands-on, innovation-driven learning. Equipped with specialized labs and modern technology, the building provides students with practical experience in engineering principles, applied sciences, and technical problem-solving—preparing graduates to meet the demands of today’s evolving workforce.