NSU to resume operations 1/28/2026.
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At Northwestern State University, your education goes beyond one campus. With locations across Louisiana—and fully online—NSU brings academic excellence and career readiness to where you live, work, and serve. Whether you’re studying in historic Natchitoches, launching a healthcare career in Shreveport, or earning a degree while serving at Barksdale, NSU delivers flexible, affordable programs backed by a vibrant community and a legacy of innovation. No matter your path, your future starts here.
Natchitoches Campus
Historic, charming, and energized by innovation, NSU’s flagship campus is the beating heart of the university. It’s where tradition meets transformation—home to research, arts, academics, and a vibrant student life in Louisiana’s oldest city. This is where your journey begins and where Demon pride runs deep.
Address: 175 Sam Sibley Dr, Natchitoches, LA 71457
Shreveport Campus
Home to Louisiana’s oldest state-supported nursing school, our Shreveport campus is a hub for healthcare education. With top-ranked programs in nursing and allied health, students are prepared to lead in a growing field that changes lives every day.
Address: 1800 Line Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71101
Barksdale Air Force Base
NSU is proud to serve those who serve. At Barksdale, we offer flexible, military-friendly programs tailored to active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. Earn your degree on your terms—backed by NSU’s commitment to excellence.
Address: 723 Douhet Drive, BAFB, LA
CENLA Campus – Alexandria
Located in the heart of Central Louisiana, NSU’s CENLA campus provides a direct path from classroom to career. With programs aligned to regional workforce needs, students gain practical skills and real-world readiness—right where they live.
Address: 1410 Neel Kearby Blvd., Alexandria, LA 71303
Leesville/Fort Polk Campus
Education meets opportunity at Leesville/Fort Polk. Whether you’re a military member or a local learner, this campus offers degree flexibility, hands-on learning, and support that turns ambition into achievement.
Address: 3329 University Parkway, Leesville, LA 71446
Marksville Campus
NSU’s Marksville campus brings the power of education to your doorstep. Offering local classes, online support, and proctored testing, it’s a flexible solution for students in and around the Tunica-Biloxi community.
Address: 150 Melacon Rd, Marksville, LA 71351
Online Learning – eNSU
NSU is a pioneer in online education. As Louisiana’s first electronic campus, eNSU offers 40+ accredited degrees, competitive tuition, and the flexibility working adults and military learners need to succeed—anytime, anywhere.
