Founded in 1925, this is a public university offering courses in liberal arts, fine arts, and professional studies. There are 5 undergraduate schools and 1 graduate school. The 375 acre campus is in a small town 46 miles northwest of
New Orleans and 40 miles east of
Baton Rouge. Including residence halls there are 87 buildings.
Fraternities, sororities and over 125 clubs and organizations are on campus. Tours of the campus are available through the admissions office.
