Southern University and A & M College is a public 4-year college in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with 5,519 undergraduates. It admits 35% of applicants, costs an average of $18,631 a year after grants and graduates 28% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Southern University and A & M College acceptance rate and admissions
Southern University and A & M College admitted 35% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 3. 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 410 to 530, math 380 to 490). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Southern University and A & M College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular decision | Jul 28, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Jul 28, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: $30 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Southern University and A & M College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Southern University and A & M College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,958 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $17,308 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $8,018 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $26,742 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $18,631 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $18,631 a year after grants and scholarships, $8,111 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 Southern University and A & M College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Southern University and A & M College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 28% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $47,186 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $28,750 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 61% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Southern University and A & M College majors and what graduates earn
Southern University and A & M College awarded bachelor's degrees in 28 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from mechanical engineering ($92,969).
All 28 majors at Southern University and A & M College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical engineering | 21 | $75,835 | $92,969 | $29,250 |
| Nursing | 91 | $77,540 | $86,838 | $31,000 |
| Civil engineering | 16 | $69,334 | $68,016 | $34,535 |
| Computer science | 18 | $63,190 | $58,951 | $31,000 |
| Marketing | 17 | $43,469 | $56,097 | $28,750 |
| Accounting | 16 | n/a | $53,159 | $25,500 |
| Social work | 19 | $30,992 | $52,217 | $31,000 |
| Speech-language pathology | 18 | $34,760 | $51,611 | $28,125 |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 32 | $42,289 | $50,616 | $33,592 |
| Criminal justice | 67 | $36,896 | $49,609 | $27,167 |
| Business administration | 46 | $43,483 | $48,716 | $28,000 |
| Family and consumer sciences | 17 | $35,116 | $48,596 | $28,000 |
| Communication | 30 | $34,694 | $48,264 | $29,900 |
| Biology | 31 | n/a | $44,880 | $26,250 |
| Sociology | 19 | $40,945 | $43,844 | $26,125 |
| Psychology | 35 | $34,598 | $41,901 | $31,000 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | 36 | $36,770 | $41,311 | $31,000 |
| Agriculture, General | 25 | n/a | n/a | $26,350 |
| Political science | 15 | $37,995 | n/a | $28,875 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 12 | n/a | n/a | $26,875 |
| Electrical engineering | 11 | n/a | n/a | $30,500 |
| Music | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Forestry | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 0 | 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 Southern University and A & M College
23 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 23 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law | Professional doctorate | 201 | $53,279 | $127,635 |
| Computer science | Master's | 62 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 54 | $61,107 | $41,000 |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 27 | $44,793 | $27,333 |
| Public Policy Analysis | Doctoral | 18 | n/a | $42,888 |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 18 | $50,057 | $47,131 |
| Public administration | Master's | 14 | $51,540 | $32,730 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, general | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 11 | $51,254 | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 8 | $101,569 | $41,000 |
| Biology | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Doctoral | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Forestry | Doctoral | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Forestry | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, General | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 5,519 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 67% women, 33% men
- 21 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Southern University and A & M College?
Southern University and A & M College admitted 35% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Southern University and A & M College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,958 for in-state students and $17,308 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $18,631 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Southern University and A & M College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 410 to 530 in reading and writing and 380 to 490 in math, and 15 to 19 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Southern University and A & M College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Southern University and A & M College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Southern University and A & M College?
28% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Southern University and A & M College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $47,186 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.