It’s more than a slogan — it’s a promise. A promise to be the university that shapes your future, empowers your goals, and propels you toward success.
At Northwestern State University, we have a 140-year tradition of excellence, but our focus is your future. With over 100 areas of study, you’re not just earning a degree — you’re discovering your calling, charting your path, and achieving your dreams.
Our faculty know your name, your story, and your potential. With small class sizes, your education is personal, immersive, and transformative.
More than a university — we’re a family. With 100+ student clubs and activities, four housing complexes, and 14 NCAA D1 athletic teams, your experience will be bold, brave, and unforgettable.
An affordable education. A lifetime of value. Your journey begins here.
Prepare To Transfer
Transfer Admission Criteria
Students must have a transferable Associate Degree (AA or AS) or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
OR
18 college level hours earned with a 2.0 college level GPA on those hours (this GPA does not include remedial/developmental coursework)
AND
Student must have completed a college-level English and a college-level Mathematics course (with a grade of “C” in both) designated to fulfill general education requirements (Examples: English Composition I AND College Algebra or equivalents.) Transfer students who are ages 25 or older can be admitted needing one developmental course.
No transfer student will be admitted, even by exception, if he/she needs any remedial course work.
If a student does not have the minimum 18 credit hours, they may be admitted based on first time freshman criteria.
Payton Romero
Assistant Director of Recruiting for Transfer and Graduate Students
romerop@nsula.edu
Office: 318-357-4617
Cell: 318-310-5943
Ask Recruiting
Academic Planning
Checklist for Admission
- Complete the online application for admission
- Submit official college transcripts from all previous universities/colleges. These must come directly from the previous institution and can be sent to applications@nsula.edu or the following address:
Office of Admissions
306 Sam Sibley Drive
Student Services Center, Suite 235
Natchitoches, LA 71497
If transferring with less than 18 hours, Submit official high school transcripts & official ACT and/or SAT (ACT: 1600 | SAT: 6492)
- Submit immunization records to applications@nsula.edu. Immunization waivers can be found here.
- Submit Selective Service Registration (males only)
- Find your Area Recruiter
- Apply for Additional Scholarships. Available through the NSU Foundation and University Leadership.
- Apply for Transfer Specific Scholarships.
- File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Our School Code is #002021.
- Apply for Campus Housing.
- Submit your Meal Plan. All students residing on campus must have a meal plan.
Transfer Credits
Take a look at the Board of Regents Master Course Articulation Matrix to determine if you have transferrable credits.
Ready to Schedule Classes?
Once you are admitted to Northwestern State University and have submitted all required documents, you can begin scheduling classes. For information regarding myNSU, class registration, and more, please view our Transfer Welcome Packet. If you have questions about any information, please feel free to contact Payton Romero, romerop@nsula.edu.
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