Grambling State University is a public 4-year college in Grambling, Louisiana with 4,164 undergraduates. It admits 45% of applicants, costs an average of $19,214 a year after grants and graduates 36% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Grambling State University acceptance rate and admissions
Grambling State University admitted 45% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 490 to 570, math 430 to 510). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Grambling State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $7,783 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $16,795 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,310 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $25,465 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $19,214 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $19,214 a year after grants and scholarships, $6,251 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Grambling State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Grambling State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 36% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $41,535 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $34,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 83% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Grambling State University majors and what graduates earn
Grambling State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 26 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from engineering technologies/technicians, general ($68,760).
All 26 majors at Grambling State University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General | 21 | $53,239 | $68,760 | $34,366 |
| Information science | 20 | $44,464 | $54,803 | $29,654 |
| Biology | 76 | $31,067 | $54,628 | $30,875 |
| Accounting | 17 | $44,501 | $50,208 | $32,524 |
| Parks and recreation | 22 | $38,150 | $45,159 | $31,625 |
| Business administration | 65 | $39,069 | $44,729 | $35,500 |
| Teacher education by subject | 31 | $33,265 | $44,665 | $31,250 |
| Criminal justice | 87 | $32,402 | $44,033 | $31,000 |
| Psychology | 34 | $34,573 | $43,561 | $31,500 |
| Communication | 26 | $32,729 | $43,324 | $30,500 |
| Social work | 32 | $36,055 | $42,644 | $37,500 |
| Marketing | 20 | $24,793 | $41,150 | $29,584 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 42 | $38,492 | n/a | $31,000 |
| Human development and family studies | 29 | $39,992 | n/a | $35,487 |
| History | 22 | n/a | n/a | $34,500 |
| Sociology | 14 | n/a | n/a | $28,000 |
| Nursing | 13 | $87,080 | n/a | n/a |
| Visual and Performing Arts, Other | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Grambling State University
12 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 12 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal justice | Master's | 66 | $40,256 | $83,628 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 40 | $45,715 | $38,234 |
| Social work | Master's | 22 | $49,737 | $44,742 |
| Social Sciences, General | Master's | 10 | $41,084 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Education, Other | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Education, Other | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 4,164 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 61% women, 39% men
- 25 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Grambling State University?
Grambling State University admitted 45% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Grambling State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $7,783 for in-state students and $16,795 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $19,214 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Grambling State University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 490 to 570 in reading and writing and 430 to 510 in math, and 15 to 19 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Grambling State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Grambling State University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Grambling State University?
36% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Grambling State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $41,535 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.