Louisiana State University
(LSU)
Part of Louisiana State University System
About
As Louisiana's Flagship University, LSU's spectacular campus environment, internationally renowned faculty, state-of-the-art research facilities, and supportive academic climate attracts highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students and challenges them to achieve the highest levels of intellectual and personal development. LSU provides students with wide-ranging opportunities for unparallel...
As Louisiana's Flagship University, LSU's spectacular campus environment, internationally renowned faculty, state-of-the-art research facilities, and supportive academic climate attracts highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students and challenges them to achieve the highest levels of intellectual and personal development. LSU provides students with wide-ranging opportunities for unparalleled faculty instruction, hands-on research, community engagement, study abroad, student leadership, and national championship athletics. LSU provides an affordable, first-rate education that combines the advantages of a top-tier university with the student-focus of a smaller campus. Our broad array of academic studies accompanies extensive individual support services, reflecting LSU's commitment to student success.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 385 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 45 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 33,738
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 20.7 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 4%
- Female : Male
- 56 : 44
- Staff
- 6,611
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
20 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Veterinary Science | 51-100 | - | 2025 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 201-275 | - | 2026 |
| Geology | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Geophysics | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 251-300 | - | 2020 |
| Chemical Engineering | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 401-550 | - | 2025 |
| Arts & Humanities | 451-500 | - | 2021 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 451-500 | - | 2023 |
| Biological Sciences | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Mathematics | 501-600 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 551-700 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 601-700 | - | 2026 |
| Business & Management Studies | 601-650 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 751-850 | - | 2026 |
US News
21 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Endocrinology and Metabolism | =85 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Marine and Freshwater Biology | 89 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Civil Engineering | 183 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 200 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =214 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =215 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | 243 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =244 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Ecology | =249 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | 272 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =334 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =339 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Engineering | 343 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | =366 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | 388 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =427 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =443 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =451 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =512 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =592 | 55.8 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =689 | 55.8 | 2026 |
THE
11 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 251–300 | 45.3 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 301–400 | 43.0 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 301–400 | 24.7 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 401–500 | 36.7 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 401–500 | 33.6 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 501–600 | 36.5 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 501–600 | 29.0 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 501–600 | 24.6 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 601–800 | 29.3 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 601–800 | 26.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 601–800 | 28.8 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Louisiana State University?
Louisiana State University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 901-950, THE Rank 601–800, US News Rank =385.
When was Louisiana State University founded?
Louisiana State University was founded in 1860.
What are the top subjects at Louisiana State University?
Top subjects at Louisiana State University include: Petroleum Engineering, Veterinary Science, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Marine and Freshwater Biology, Agriculture & Forestry.
Where is Louisiana State University located?
Louisiana State University is located in Baton Rouge, United States.