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Northwestern State University reviews

3.9

73% would recommend to a friend

(57 total reviews)

47% positive business outlook

Northwestern State University has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 57 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Northwestern State University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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57 reviews
3.0
Jun 30, 2022

Glass ceiling

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Pros

Natchitoches campus is the best for a rural town with deep cultural ties.

Cons

The salary is quoted on a yearly basis, but you must take annual leave when the university closes; This is not disclosed in the offer. Pay is 15-20% below similar academic medical schools in Louisiana. Blacklisting employees is common when they leave. Poor budgets and budget constraints: Budgets seem arbitrary. Low expectations of administrative staff, toxic environment. They reward longevity, not creativity.

1.0
Jun 22, 2022

A Bad Institution

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Pros

Was hiring when I needed a job Some of the people are nice

Cons

Bad pay Few/no advancement possibilities You are required to use all your PTO to cover for days the university is closed each year. You will not be able take a paid vacation at the time of your choosing for at least two years. Job security was a lie Administration is largely ancient but very well paid

3.0
May 23, 2022

Not bad

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Pros

Very friendly people all arouund

Cons

Pay could be better and it is difficult to get a raise.

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