Southern University and A & M College
About Southern University and A & M College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southern University is a public historically Black university in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It is the flagship campus of the Southern University System and offers programs in engineering, nursing, business, and education.
Founded
1880
Location
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Students
6,933
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
35.1%
Selective
Graduation Rate
27.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$9,922
Out-of-state: $17,272
Avg Net Price
$20,077
After financial aid
SAT Average
942
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$43,371
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
35.1 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Aug 1
Southern University and A & M College accepts 35.1% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 942 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
942/ 1600
ACT Scores
17/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
27.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
60.3%
4-Year Grad
10%
6-Year Grad
32%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
99.1%
$/Student
$5.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 10% graduation rate is below average, but 60.3% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$9,922
In-State
$17,272
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,018
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$26,341
After Financial Aid
$20,077
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$19,047
Receive Grants
68.1%
Take Loans
71.8%
The full cost of attendance is about $26,341/yr for in-state students, including $8,018 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $20,077. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $17,272.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Southern University and A & M College fund their education.
While in School
68.1%
Get Grants
Free money
71.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,466
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$29,251
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$310/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Graduates leave with $29,251 in median debt, above the national average. Explore all scholarship and aid options, and consider your expected earnings in your chosen field.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Southern University and A & M College.
Gender
67.4%
Female
33%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,519
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,414
Graduates
39.7%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
8.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 67% of the student body. 39.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
5,519
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southern University and A & M College fields 10 varsity teams with 447 student athletes, about 8% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Southwestern
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
447
8% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
264
Men
183
Women
6
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southern University and A & M Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,371
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$80K
80 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$32K
75 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$48K
42 grads
4yr Earnings
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$38K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
$31K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$31K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $33K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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