LeTourneau University (LETU)
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Ranking
Excellence Recognized Worldwide
Best Value Schools West
Regional Universities West (U.S. News)
Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs Nationally (No Doctorate)
Academic Programs & Deadlines
University Overview / History
Founded in 1946 by industrialist R.G. LeTourneau, LeTourneau University is a premier private polytechnic institution combining hands-on technical rigor with a Christ-centered foundation. Serving approximately 3,000 students from nearly all 50 states and over 30 countries, LETU is globally renowned for its exceptional engineering labs and flight training facilities.
Foundation & Key Facts
- Originally established as LeTourneau Technical Institute to educate WWII veterans
- Highly collaborative 13:1 student-to-faculty teaching ratio
- Over 90% of all traditional on-campus students receive institutional financial aid.
Location Insights (City / State)
Longview, Texas – A thriving small city in East Texas with a metro population of roughly 80,000, located two hours east of Dallas and one hour west of Shreveport, Louisiana.
About Longview, TX
A historic, scenic hub heavily rooted in the energy, manufacturing, and technology sectors. It provides a warm, hospitable, and highly cost-effective environment for focused study.
Estimated Cost of Study (approximate values per year)
| Expense | Undergraduate (On-Campus Engineering/Tech) | Undergraduate (Standard Arts/Sci) | Graduate (MBA/MS Track) |
| Tuition & Fees | $38,744 | $38,744 | $16,500 |
| Program/Lab Fees | $2,800 | $920 | $700 |
| Books | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,100 |
| Living | $11,980 | $11,980 | $12,500 |
| Total | $54,724 | $52,844 | $30,800 |
Career Opportunities
| Companies
& Industry Exposure
|
Job
& Employability |
| Strong
placement links with top industrial, aerospace, and defense leaders: Lockheed
Martin, Textron Aviation, Eastman Chemical, Southwest Airlines, and
Caterpillar Inc. |
Noted
for high-yield workforce preparedness; ranked |
| #5 for Best Starting Salaries
in Texas (SmartAsset), heavily driven by mandatory undergraduate design-build
laboratory projects. |
Admission Procedure
| Admissions
& Test Prep Admission Requirements |
Language
Requirements(Graduate) | Language
Requirements(Undergraduate) |
| International
Online Application |
TOEFL iBT: 80 | TOEFL iBT: 80 |
| No Application Fee |
IELTS: 6.5 | IELTS: 6.5 |
| Official High School or University
Transcripts with English translation |
Duolingo: 110(Varies by program pathway) | Duolingo: 105 |
| One Academic Reference | Pearson (PTE): 53 | |
| Passport
Biographical Page Copy. |
Funding & International Student Support
| Scholarships
& Financial Aid |
Visa
Process | Additional
Requirements |
| All
admitted international undergraduate students are automatically considered
for generous Institutional Merit Scholarships, scaling up to $17,000+ per
year based on incoming GPA or equivalent test indicators. |
Attain
official academic acceptance from the International Admissions office. | Declaration
of Finances form along with an official liquid bank statement validating
coverage of first-year educational and living expenses. |
| Submit valid liquid financial sponsor documents to clear the I-20 generation
queue. | Engineering and
Nursing majors encounter a specialized $1,400 program fee per semester for
high-intensity laboratory materials. | |
| Receive the official Federal Form I-20 securely through electronic
institutional delivery. | ||
| Complete the online $350 SEVIS I-901 transaction,
submit the DS-160, and complete an F-1 visa interview. |
Student Testimonials
Jackson
USAMy impression of Letourneau University is very good. All of the staff seem to love Jesus very much, and try to share that love with their students. Their Aviation program seems to be excellent, as well as their maintenance program. The culture seems very close and loving, and it appears to be an overall excellent school. They are definitely my first choice.
Noah
USALeTourneau has a strong reputation in the engineering community. It is known for rigorous academics and a solid Christian education. A campus visit reinforced my interest in LeTourneau. Everyone was friendly and welcoming while the campus itself was not congested.
Jakob
USAI love Letourneau university. the community is the nicest lot of people you can meet. The Professors know everyone by name and always are willing to have a conversation with you.
Eben
USAI love how hands on everything is. The faculty really care about you and your success as well as the subjects that the teach. The culture is amazing and is very inviting. It really feels like a place that you were meant to be.
Sheaden
USAI’m impressed with absolutely everything this college has to offer. The atmosphere of the campus is booming with creativity and ingenuity. The students overall seem to thoroughly enjoy the education and the environment. Student led clubs and social gatherings all reflect a strong Christ-centered focus, which brings a strong sense of community to the college. Although expensive, the course work is rigorous and effective for career preparation. I highly recommend this college to anyone with a curious mind who is seeking a spiritually-based academic challenge.
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