About LeTourneau University
LeTourneau University is named for our founder, Mr. R.G. LeTourneau. While flying over the area in 1946 to select a manufacturing site, Mrs. LeTourneau saw the sprawling complex of a vacated Army hospital consisting of over two hundred frame buildings. When told that it was no longer in use, she asked about establishing a school to serve the many GI's returning from the war. The site was secured and LeTourneau Technical Institute was established.
Since then LeTourneau Technical Institute has become LeTourneau University, a SACS and ABET accredited, nondenominational Christian university, offering four-year and two-year degree programs in engineering, technology, the liberal arts, business, aeronautical science, education and the sciences, plus master's degree programs in business. Today LeTourneau is led by its president ,Dr Dale A Lunsford , and its board of trustees
Student Life
- More than 50 recognized student organizations on campus.
- 85% of students participate in one or more of the 20 ranging from basketball to flag football and air hockey.
- 85% of students stay on campus over the weekends.
- The YellowJacket Activities Council (YAC) plans over 30 events every year for the student body, including movies, concerts, Hootenanny, Midnight Madness and Film Festival.
Campus
- 162 acre main campus located in Longview, TX
- Nine academic buildings with the latest technology and equipment, with wireless Internet access available in all academic areas.
- 16 different on-campus living opportunities.
- All living areas have connections for telephone, cable TV and internet access through our 40 Megabit/sec connection, and the majority have wireless internet access.
- The S.E. Belcher, Jr. Chapel and Performance Center opened in Fall 2007 and offers an amazing venue for LETU Chapel services (MWF) and numerous concerts and events
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Accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
Benefits
Benefit from LeTourneau's history of providing exceptional higher education, which it has been providing for over 60 years and continues to do so with its online programs. In fact, the Online Education Database (OEDb) has recognized LeTourneau University as fifth in the nation in online education. LeTourneau realizes that learning styles differ, particularly with adult students who have varying education backgrounds, and as a result their online experience uses cutting-edge tools to make learning easy and enjoyable for all students. Additionally, students have the support of instructors and fellow students who provide the guidance and feedback every student needs to succeed and grow. At LeTourneau you can get an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary studies, a Bachelor's in Business or a Bachelor's in Psychology. You can also get a Master's in Business Administration, Education or Strategic Leadership or participate in a teaching or professional certification program. If you are a working adult with a hectic lifestyle, LeTourneau can provide you with a flexible, yet quality education that will be respected by all employers and professionals.
Financial Assistance
90% of students at LeTourneau University receive some form of financial aid to help pay for their education. LeTourneau's knowledgeable and friendly financial aid staff is dedicated to helping students find the financing options that are best suited to their needs. The University participates in federal grant and loan programs and gives students detailed accounts of what exactly is offered online. They also provide step-by-step instructions online to help you get started with the financial aid process and provide all the necessary forms online as well.
