The Scholars’ College seeks highly motivated students who can work independently and who are willing to explore new ideas.

There are no minimum requirements for admission to the Louisiana Scholars’ College, but an ACT composite score of at least a 22 (SAT 1100) and a GPA of 3.1 are recommended. The Scholars Admissions Committee performs a holistic review of the student’s entire application packet. This packet includes, in addition to their NSU application, the following items:

• Resume of High School Activities, Achievements, and/or Honors
• Writing Sample (3-5-page High School English, History, or Science Paper)
• One Recommendation Letter from a Teacher or Guidance Counselor

However, students who have an ACT composite score of 25 (or SAT 1200)* and an unweighted GPA of 3.3** are entitled to automatic admission. They do not have to submit an application packet; their application to NSU is sufficient.

The Scholars’ Admission packet should be submitted to the Scholars’ Recruiter: Emma Cockrum at cockrume@nsula.edu

*With no subscores below 20 (ACT) or 500 (SAT).

** Out of a 4.0 scale in Regents’ or comparable curriculum

Complete NSU Application for Admission and Scholarships* – apply online

Go to nsu.la/apply, select “I’m a Beginning Freshman”, and follow the promptings.

Following admission to NSU, contact the Scholars’ Recruiter, Emma Cockrum, for further steps on how to complete the admissions process at cockrume@nsula.edu.

*There is no separate scholarship application.

• Explore life at Scholars’ with other students who share your interest in an honors education while you attend classes, explore our majors, meet our faculty, attend a parent and student panel, and tour the campus.
  • Scholars’ Day will be held on March 1, 2025.
  • To register, contact Emma Cockrum at cockrume@nsula.edu

The most up-to-date information on tuition and fees can be found at registrar.nsula.edu/tuition-fees. These figures are based on your selection of housing and meal plans.

Scholars’ students have a designated living area in University Place Phase II, the apartment-style dorms on Northwestern State’s campus. For more information, nsula.edu/campushousing/.