Southern University at New Orleans is a public 4-year college in New Orleans, Louisiana with 1,055 undergraduates. It admits 79% of applicants, costs an average of $12,086 a year after grants and graduates 15% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Southern University at New Orleans acceptance rate and admissions
Southern University at New Orleans admitted 79% of applicants for fall 2024. 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 540, math 410 to 510). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Southern University at New Orleans application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $45 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Southern University at New Orleans’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 at New Orleans tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $8,410 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $17,310 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,436 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $22,236 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $12,086 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $12,086 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,150 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 at New Orleans's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Southern University at New Orleans graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 15% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $42,300 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
Earnings compared
Southern University at New Orleans majors and what graduates earn
Southern University at New Orleans awarded bachelor's degrees in 15 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from social work ($49,709).
All 15 majors at Southern University at New Orleans
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social work | 16 | n/a | $49,709 | n/a |
| Human development and family studies | 13 | n/a | $47,390 | n/a |
| Health administration | 7 | n/a | $44,788 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 30 | n/a | $44,723 | n/a |
| Biology | 15 | n/a | $44,350 | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 19 | n/a | $44,226 | n/a |
| Business administration | 25 | n/a | $42,068 | n/a |
| Psychology | 29 | n/a | $39,139 | n/a |
| Education | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Information science | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Security Science and Technology | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | 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 Southern University at New Orleans
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social work | Master's | 51 | n/a | n/a |
| Information science | Master's | 30 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Museology/Museum Studies | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,055 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 71% women, 29% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Southern University at New Orleans?
Southern University at New Orleans admitted 79% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Southern University at New Orleans cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $8,410 for in-state students and $17,310 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $12,086 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Southern University at New Orleans?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 410 to 540 in reading and writing and 410 to 510 in math, and 15 to 20 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Southern University at New Orleans test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Southern University at New Orleans 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 at New Orleans?
15% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Southern University at New Orleans graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $42,300 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.