Mission
Louisiana Christian University stands as a Christ-centered community where generations of students have been shaped to worship intentionally, learn diligently, steward faithfully, and lead courageously, all to the glory of God.
Heritage
Louisiana Christian University was founded in 1906 as Louisiana College. It took its current name on November 16, 2021. Rooted in a rich heritage of faith and academic excellence, LCU remains committed to equipping graduates who make a lasting impact in their churches, professions, and communities. At the heart of the LCU experience is a holistic education built upon four enduring pillars: Worship, Scholarship, Stewardship, and Leadership.
Goals
Louisiana Christian University prepares students to be leaders of tomorrow. Our faculty and staff join you on your college journey and help you connect your passion and purpose. You’ll learn to think critically, problem-solve, and use analytical reasoning – skills that are highly valued in today’s job market. Rooted in Christ, the Louisiana Christian University community is committed to academic excellence and equipping students to worship intentionally, learn diligently, steward faithfully, and lead courageously.
Four Pillars
WORSHIP
Worship Intentionally
Worship is the foundation of all we do, shaping students to walk daily with Christ through chapel, classroom learning, prayer, and Christian community, forming lives for God's glory.
SCHOLARSHIP
Learn Diligently
Our faculty equip students through rigorous, biblically grounded academics to think critically, apply truth faithfully, and serve with conviction and competence.
STEWARDSHIP
Steward Faithfully
Stewardship encompasses time, gifts, relationships, and responsibilities. Students are taught to live wisely, serve generously, and care deeply through evangelism, community service, and accountability.
LEADERSHIP
Lead Courageously
We equip students to lead courageously with integrity, humility, and purpose. Grounded in Christ-like character, students are developed to lead lives with clarity and conviction.
Founded in 1906, Louisiana Christian University stands as a Christ-centered community where generations of students have been shaped to worship intentionally, learn diligently, steward faithfully, and lead courageously, all to the glory of God. Rooted in a rich heritage of faith and academic excellence, LCU remains committed to equipping graduates who make a lasting impact in their churches, professions, and communities. At the heart of the LCU experience is a holistic education built upon four enduring pillars: Worship, Scholarship, Stewardship, and Leadership.
At the heart of the LCU experience is a holistic education built upon four enduring pillars: Worship, Scholarship, Stewardship, and Leadership. Through rigorous academics integrated with spiritual formation, students are challenged to grow intellectually while discovering purpose, deepening character, and discerning God’s calling for their lives. With more than 60 areas of study, Louisiana Christian University attracts students seeking an education where faith and learning are intentionally woven together. Students consistently affirm the life-changing influence of faculty who teach with excellence, mentor with compassion, and invest deeply in the whole person.
LCU is also committed to accessibility and opportunity. Through scholarships applied to a no-fee, flat-rate tuition, the University works to remove financial barriers and keep Christ-centered education within reach. Today, more than 96% of students receive some form of financial assistance, reflecting LCU’s commitment to stewardship and student success.
Beyond the classroom, students experience a vibrant campus life through men’s and women’s NAIA athletics, intramurals, theatre, Baptist Collegiate Ministries, service-learning, internships, student government, mission trips, the C.S. Lewis Honors Program, and a wide variety of student clubs. Recognized by Niche.com as one of the safest and most diverse campuses in Louisiana, Louisiana Christian University continues, 120 years strong, to provide a nurturing, faith-filled environment where students are known, challenged, and prepared for lives of purpose and impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
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