PO Box 7001
Longview, TX 75607-7001

LeTourneau University is a private, interdenominational Christian university offering programs in engineering, technology, and the arts. Founded as LeTourneau Technical Institute in 1946, this Texas School achieved university status in 1989 and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Engineering and aeronautical science are the flagship programs at LeTourneau University, which is one of only two universities in the nation to offer a concentration in welding within an accredited engineering program. Students can also choose from more than 60 academic majors in technology, business, liberal arts, natural sciences, mathematics, education, and kinesiology. In addition, LeTourneau University offers undergraduate and graduate business degrees and teacher certification at five satellite centers in Texas.

LeTourneau University offers an active student life; more than 80 percent of students participate in intramural sports, and students volunteer more than 55,000 hours annually to community service. More than 40 student organizations are offered, including six men's teams and seven women's teams at the NCAA Division III varsity level.

Quick Facts:

More than 3,700 students are enrolled at LeTourneau University, with a student-to-faculty ratio of about 14:1.

Sixty percent of incoming freshmen ranked in the top 25% of their graduating class.

More than 97% of full-time freshmen receive some form of financial aid.

The student body represents nearly every state and more than 25 countries.

The 162-acre campus includes a 53,000-square foot, state-of-the-art Center for Engineering, Science and Technology.

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