Louisiana State University
Reviews

Best Vs. Worst

Blake and Broussard are the best. Stay away from Kirby Smith, Miller, and McVoy!

Good Experience!

The dorms were a lot of fun to experience freshman year! It was dorms so they were small and you share a room with a hall bath.... but it was a good experience and i had a lot of fun! it was so great having a bunch of your friends just down the hall!

Best for the Money

The academics at LSU are very rigorous and challenging. The university is making changes to become one of the best universities in the country.

Lots of Commuter Students

Parking is available but not close to classes; closer to the dorms.

Unpredictable Weather

The weather on campus is not very perdictable for winter it has been with the 60s and 70s.

So-So

LSU is really trying hard nowadays, especially with all of the budget cuts going on. They just recently remodeled the Fitness Center (even though it wasn't so much in need)and it looks great. The main library, Middleton, is not anything special but it is full of great books if you look and there are a ton of computers (MACS and PCs) available. Hill Memorial Library is nice to look at but I don't go often. There are often a lot of book exhibits and things that like going on. Free speech alley is usually an interesting place to stop by and the Union is completely redone and gorgeous! Overall, there are gorgeous oak trees everywhere and the quad has a ton of stone benches that come in handy on beautiful days. LSU is definitely one of the more beautiful, lively campuses with something always going on. I gave it a B+ because I am an English major with a concentration in Creative Writing and a minor in Business Administration. They are currently building an architecturally impressive Business College but the English building is dark and dank (in a gorgeous way, of course) but the program is somewhat dead. So, B+.

Fans

We have die-hard football fans. That can be a good or a bad thing, though lol.

LSU Worth the Money and Greatly Underated

LSU is an amazing school and greatly underrated, in my opinion. It has amazing programs and its honors curriculum is very intense and demanding. The student body is amazing and is full of school spirit. The cost it what sets it apart from many other schools. Many students come from neighboring states because the out of state fees still make LSU cheaper than their own state's colleges. So in all, GO TIGERS!!!

Very Hard to Park

Parking is very limited if you are a commuter. You will have to walk 20 minutes to get to a class. Tickets are given all the time

Student Consideration

It can't be argued that LSU hasn't thought of nearly everything. I find that anything I want to do on a daily basis or anything that needs to be done for classes is easily accomplished or accesible. Vendors are scattered across campus, scantrons are free in the Student Government office, and forming a club/organization is not that difficult. Student life is pretty smooth overall. Access to faculty members is the only thing that could be improved for the average student that I have been exposed to. It is difficult to meet with counselors or make appointments with many faculty members for various reasons. Another complaint that is pretty argeed upon by students is the difficulty of foreign teachers with thick accents. Trouble understanding a professor or TA definitely takes a toll on a student's ability, and desire, to prosper in a course.

Broadcast Journalism Major

The manship school provides lots of assistance and oppurtunities. We have a wonderful student media program that allows you to get hand on experience in your chosen field. Work loads completely depend on what proffessor you have, but they are usually all pretty helpful. There are several news stations in the area that take in interns so that is pretty helpful as well.

Nightlife

The nightlife around LSU never stops- all night every night. This is probably because it is so convenient. Or to mention fun of course. The bars/clubs are right off of campus, we have our own signature places such as the popular Tiger Lair, Chimes, and the Varsity, and we have free campus bus transportation into the night as if it wasn't close enough to walk to. Of course there are raging sorority/fraternity parties as well if you get invited and you can count on house parties.

Off Campus Dining

The on campus dining is great but if you do find yourself wanting to go off campus that's a good option too. There are many fast food and dining options with great hours which is good for students with late night studying/partying. Also, you can use your tiger cash at many off the close off campus participating locations which is a plus.

Motivation

The college can't make you come to class and learn, you have to make your own grades. But the teachers can use participation points you earn in class to have an effect on your final grade. But the school is very non-tolerant to drug, alcohol, and domestic violence.

Alcohol

Drinking is the main thing around campus and on campus

Could Be Better

The food is neither great nor horrible. There will be excellent days filled with food that everyone is rushing to get in line to eat and then there are days where nobody wants to eat in the dining hall. It's all about the day.

What Is Learned in the Classroom Can Be Applied to Real World Jobs

I am in the Business College and i've been very satisfied with my education thus far. The professor's have experience and great knowledge in the field I am pursuing. Although it is a large school, it is still easy to talk to teacher's one on one and get additional help outside of the classroom. After taking an internship at a company in Wisconsin this past summer, I have realized how much the teachers have helped me in the field of work that I am pursuing.

Many Quick and Easy Options

The entire area is centered around the LSU campus. Everyday some restaurant has a student discount. There are many great fast food and diner type restaurants that are perfect for homework or hanging out with friends. Rocco's Poboys and Cafe is great local cuisine. I also like Silver Moon Cafe and Highland Coffee. I love that the first Cane's is here. My friends and I spend countless hours studying there. Cane's is pretty cost-friendly, but you can still find more upscale dining, like The Chimes. It has great seafood, great atmosphere, and great liquor supply, but a little more pricey. I always enjoy the music they have playing. If you're in the mood for something different, Serrano's is great Mexican food!

Horrible

The parking passes are over 100 dollars per year, yet there are never enough spots. You have to drive around forever or "stalk" people that are leaving class to their cars. You're usually late for class.

Dorms at Louisiana State University

The social aspect of dorms is amazing. The dorms at LSU invite you to meet so many new people. However, cost of the dorms is quite high especially with the attached meal plan.

Weather Is Very Pleasant

Weather in Louisiana is very humid. However, it is usually sunny and a pleasant temperature. The seasons are not too drastic, and even on a very cold day the walk to class is short. It may rain once every two weeks, but there are plenty of overhangs to shelter students from the occasional rainy weather.

Active

Very active. Makes Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights come alive on campus. Adds excitement. Most Greek students are viewed as less academically successful, very social, and too caught up with Greek life. Each fraternity and sorority have their own Greek house on campus.

School Spirit

Sports are a big deal at Louisiana State University. The school spirit is everywhere, and everyone on campus is pretty much a fan. Majority of the people on campus own clothes that show what school they attend, so you never have to feel as if you are overdoing it.

Workload

The workload is a gradual thing, it starts off easy and as you continue, it gets harder. The professors are willing to help you when you need it. Also, they have all kinds of work shops to help you learn how to manage your grades and the extracurricular you may want to get into.

Guys Are Country

There is a decent mixture, but there are a lot of country guys. The girls are all pretty much typical southern girls, with a mixture of personalities.