1. Louisiana State University (Baton Rouge) Wanna be a Fighting Tiger?

2. Brochure Talk LSU is the flagship institution of the state of Louisiana and is one of only 21 universities nationwide holding land- grant, sea-grant and space-grant status. Since 1860, LSU has served the people of Louisiana, the region, the nation, and the world through education, research, and public service.

3. Fast Facts! Founded by the Louisiana General Assembly in 1853, with the first session beginning January 2, 1860 Enrollment is more than 30,000 students, including more than 1,700 international students and about 5,000 graduate students. LSU's mascot, Mike V, is a Royal Bengal Tiger. The University moved to its present location in 1926, the fourth move since its inception in 1860.

4. Famous LSU Alumni Carlos Roberto Flores, former president of Honduras Shaquille O'Neal, center for the Miami Heat Harry J. Longwell, Sr., vice-president of ExxonMobil U.S.A. Seven LSU petroleum engineering alumni are heads of major oil companies.

5. LSU Football GEAUX TIGERS! The 2007 National Champion LSU football team entered the 2008 season with 693 victories, the 12 th most in NCAA history The football team has won 13 conference championships in 13 different conferences

6. Other LSU Sports One of the best athletics programs in the country 14 varsity teams (5 men’s, 7 women’s, 2 co-ed) Rivals with Ole Miss, Tulane, Alabama, Arkansas, and Auburn National Championships – Baseball: 5 since 1991 – Men’s Track: 6 since 1933 – Women’s Indoor Track: 25 since 1987

7. LSU Activities Student Recreation Center and Intramural Sports Classes: Dance, Art, Music, Food, etc. LSU Theater and Music Museums Student Organizations: – STRIPES (Freshmen Retreat) – Cultural Organizations – Sororities and Fraternities – Alternative Spring Break – Ministry Organizations – Habitat for Humanity – Dance Organization – Student Government – Sports Clubs

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9. Academics Offers numerous degrees in all fields – Business, Science, Math, Agriculture, Liberal Arts, Family/Child/Consumer Services, Education, Art, Engineering, Communication, Graduate Programs Considered a Top Tier School by U.S. News and World Report Average ACT of incoming freshmen: 25.3 Has one of the best business programs in the country, according to Entrepreneur Magazine

10. Admissions 3 main factors for admission: – At least 18 units of college-prep classes – Minimum GPA of 3.0 – Minimum SAT score of 1030 or ACT score of at least 22

11. Admissions cont. Writing assessment portion of SAT or ACT Other factors also considered: – choice of degree program – rank in class – credit in advanced placement and honors courses – pattern and quality of courses – grade trends – extracurricular activities – school recommendations

12. $$ How Much Does it Cost? Tuition and Fees About $2,500 per semester in tuition and fees Housing (room and board) expenses can vary Scholarships and Financial Aid (www/lsu.edu/financialaid) Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (FAFSA)

13. How to Apply Visit the campus, call admissions counselors, talk to current students Keep a checklistchecklist Application Deadline: For Fall 2008 (this year), the deadline was April 15th $40 application fee (sometimes this can be waved) Apply online Ask questions, do your research!research