BSc

Coastal Environmental Science/ Applied Coastal Environmental Science

Learn more about studying Coastal Environmental Science/ Applied Coastal Environmental Science as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    29,562USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Jun
  • QS Ranking
    901-950

Program overview

What Louisiana State University says about their program:

ACES is geared toward students who plan on employment in industries with coastal environmental risks, NGO’s, academia, or government agencies.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Completion of secondary school

Postgraduate academic requirements

English proficiency

  • TOEFL

    550 paper-based or 79 web-based

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo English Test

    100

  • LSU may require additional evidence or an English placement test after admission.

English proficiency waivers

  • Possible exemptions

    A U.S. high school diploma earned after attending all four years of high school in the United States; a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. institution; SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of 500; ACT English score of 18; qualifying U.S. transfer coursework and GPA; or secondary or tertiary education in a country where English is the primary official language.

  • Official transcripts or score reports must document the basis for an exemption, and LSU may still require a satisfactory TOEFL or IELTS score.

Documents required

  • Common Application and application fee
  • Complete official records from all secondary schools attended
  • Official transcripts from any colleges or universities attended
  • Original-language academic records with certified English translations, where required
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS or other accepted English proficiency scores, where required
  • Advanced-level, International Baccalaureate or other examination certificates and course syllabi, if submitted for possible credit
  • Financial documents required to issue immigration paperwork after admission
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Required grades

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  • Grade Point Average (GPA)

    3.52

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Additional requirements

Documents

  • Official transcripts from all secondary schools, colleges, and universities attended
  • Official transcripts in the original language with English translations where applicable
  • Official certificates, transcripts, and course syllabi for advanced-level or International Baccalaureate higher-level coursework when submitted for possible credit

Tests and examinations

  • International applicants whose native language is not English or who were educated outside a country where English is the only official language must submit proof of English proficiency
  • Accepted automatic-admission English scores include TOEFL 550 paper-based or 79 web-based, IELTS 6.5, or Duolingo 100; official exemptions may apply

How to apply

Scholarships at Louisiana State University

  • Traditional Freshman Scholarships for Eligible International Freshmen

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    LSU states it does not currently offer scholarship programs specifically for international students, but an international entering freshman may be considered for traditional freshman scholarships if they are a non-U.S. citizen who attended a U.S. high school or an American school in another country.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Louisiana State University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Louisiana State University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near Louisiana State University?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,317
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,071
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$84
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$76
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61· USA average
Monthly public transport pass$56
Monthly grocery basket$210
Books and study supplies (monthly)$85
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$12
Gym membership$53

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and lsu.edu (University published).

Visa requirements for Louisiana State University

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Louisiana State University.

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