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Public, 4-Year
Baton Rouge, LA

Southern University and A & M College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in LA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$9,940

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

49.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

29.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$43,371

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Southern University and A & M College is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Baton Rouge, LA. With a competitive tuition profile of $9,940, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 29.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing418 – 510
20025th–75th percentile800
Math380 – 490
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite15 – 19
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

49.9%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$39,760

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$13,371

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$93,950

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$227,660

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 29%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Southern University and A & M College is $29,251.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
68.2%
31.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
94.7%
Two or more
1.5%
Unknown
1.5%
Hispanic
0.9%
White
0.8%
International
0.3%
Asian
0.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$9,940

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$18,473
$30k - $48k$19,314
$48k - $75k$21,614
$75k+$23,583

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$29,251
Pell Grant Recipients64.6%
Using Federal Loans70.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment53.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

60.4%

Success

29.3%

In-State Cost

$9,940

Age 25+ Students

8.3%

Carnegie Class

R2: Doctoral — High Research

Working at 6yr

1,840 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Baton Rouge (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Baton Rouge (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Baton Rouge

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,107

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,124

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,277

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Baton Rouge metropolitan area.