About Southern University and A & M College

Founded in 1880, Southern University and A & M College. is a Public college. Located in Louisiana, which is a city setting in Louisiana, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 4,926 full time undergraduate students, and 951 full time graduate students.

The Southern University and A & M College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 24:1. There are 300 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Southern University and A & M College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate98%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range845-1095
ACT Range20-27

Admissions at SU are considered Less Selective, with ,55% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 28 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Southern University and A & M College.

2%
“We”re apathetic”
21%
“We know about current events and vote”
64%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
13%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
9%
“We save it for the classroom”
17%
“Sometimes, but not often”
34%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
40%
“All the time, including weekends”
2%
“I”m always terrified”
9%
“I only go out in groups”
41%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
48%
“I feel extremely safe”
2%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
2%
“We bought the gear”
96%
“We live for the big game”
7%
“It”s not really our thing”
15%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
43%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
35%
“We”re a very artistic group”
4%
“Haven”t met them”
4%
“Available in class”
52%
“They keep regular office hours”
39%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
2%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
81%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
17%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
19%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
43%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
28%
“We only party on weekends”
11%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
36%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
55%
“There might be people who do”
9%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
2%
“We”re apathetic”
21%
“We know about current events and vote”
64%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
13%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
9%
“We save it for the classroom”
17%
“Sometimes, but not often”
34%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
40%
“All the time, including weekends”
2%
“I”m always terrified”
9%
“I only go out in groups”
41%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
48%
“I feel extremely safe”
2%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
2%
“We bought the gear”
96%
“We live for the big game”
7%
“It”s not really our thing”
15%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
43%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
35%
“We”re a very artistic group”
4%
“Haven”t met them”
4%
“Available in class”
52%
“They keep regular office hours”
39%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
2%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
81%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
17%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
19%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
43%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
28%
“We only party on weekends”
11%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
36%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
55%
“There might be people who do”
9%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    107 Students rated on-campus housing 3.5 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    72 Students rated off-campus housing 3.5 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    111 Students rated campus food 3.6 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    114 Students rated campus facilities 3.6 stars. 25 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    114 Students rated class size 4.3 stars. 47 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    114 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 48 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    114 Students rated local services 3.7 stars. 41 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    113 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 51 % gave the school a 5.0.

Southern University and A & M College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Southern University and A & M College?

61 Students rated Southern University and A & M College

Kelan - 07/09/2024

It’s amazing yet expensive. I’m an out state student and can’t bring most of my scholarship with me. I wish it was cheaper and easier to pay for but this is just the circumstance I was dealt with. Others might have similar or different opinions. Neither can I apply for the many instate scholarships.

Taje - 06/27/2023

Overall, Southern University is a great school with great programs, but I wish their communicating skills were stronger. Communication is very important and should be taken seriously so there isn't any room for confusion or misunderstanding, which Southern University lacks and affects their employees and students negatively.

Madison - 04/07/2020

I love my school but just like any school they have their pros and cons. Some pros would be the diversity and opportunists. While it is a HBCU you still meet people from all over the country. And there is always something to do on campus. ALWAYS. Some cons would be the financial aid office. It is sometimes difficult to get things done on time. Another con is their phone-answering. You'll be calling all day to reach on person. But they make up for that via their email system. They do respond in a decent manner when you email them.

Emani - 02/08/2020

I really love the campus it felt just like home. Students are involved and the teachers truly do care about your education. The campus isn't too big to walk to class and the student life is very active. When they have events, people come to BBQ, music playing, and everyone around is dancing. No school has a vibe like a HBCU. However, I do think they need a better admissions team and they should take the time to update their main website.

Southern University and A & M College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Southern University and A & M College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Southern University and A & M College is 98%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I encourage everyone to make a choice for themselves. A four-year institution, junior college, community college, or technical school is not for everyone. Some people succeed in all and others fall short. Choose a university for you not because, your friends are going there, or the school is not far from home. But, choose with your heart and your mind. Examine all your options and be willing to stick with it. College is the experience of a lifetime. Before college you're planning your life. During college you're living it. After college you're putting all your plans into motion. Choose a school where you can grow socially and academically. That's what life is truly about...progression.

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  3. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    Registration

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  4. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    One of the major things I wish I knew before I came to this school would be the importance of having good grades to keep financial aid. My first year in college didn't go well due to adjusting to a new state and environment. Therefore, my grades suffered causing me to lose my financial aid, and I ended up having to do an appeal. Thankfully, I received my financial aid, and I never had a problem with maintaining my grades after that incident.

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  5. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Southern University and A&M is a melting pot full of highly movtivated students and teachers, not only providing an education, but enhancing students social awareness on their journey to becoming fanatical human beings.

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  6. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating thing about my school is the campus parking. Also, my fianancial situation is very limited, so it will be very difficult for me to pay for Nursing school next semester.

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  7. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    I was a student at another 4 year university before I started at Southern University. I can say that Southern has more of a "college feel". There isn't a dull moment on campus and there is always something to do. Unlike the college that I attended before, Southern University feels more like home. It's not often that you find a school that not only supplies you with the educational needs, but also it supplies you with love and support on and off campus.

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  8. Describe the students at your school.

    My peers were from all different backgrounds.

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  9. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    The kind of person I feel should not attend Southern University and A & M College is someone who is closed minded and not serious about their education.

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  10. What's unique about your campus?

    The interacting between students and faculty, because it is important that we understand them; that way we can do well in school. Also attending the different sporting events because it brings everyone closer together and it gives the students something to do while classes are no longer in session.

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  11. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A very focused person! Southern is in the middle of a college/party town. Therefore one must to focused to remian at this university.,

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  12. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is best known for its law school.

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  13. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    When I brag to my friends about my school I always tell them how nice the campus is.

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  14. What are the academics like at your school?

    My favorite classes are Chemistry classes. My least favorite classes are the Physics classes. Class participation is very common and the professors will make sure you understand by giving you time to think about the answers before giving them orally.The students are really competitive, but will look out for one another to make sure they all understand. They usually share the information they have already and whatever is not known, they try to explain it to the best of their knowledge.

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Student Body

Students

65%

female

35%

male

4,926

Total Undergrad Enrollment

951

Total Grad Students

13%

Out-Of-State

81%

In-State

6%

International

Organizations

65

Student Organizations

5

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

31%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
N/A
% Black or African-American
92%
% Hispanic/Latino
1%
% White or Caucasian
3%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

98% of students attending Southern University and A & M College receive some sort of financial aid. 79% were awarded federal grants. While 86% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$18,080

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,240

Books and Supplies

$8,370

Room and Board

27,690

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$12,153
$30 - $48K
$12,950
$48 - $75K
$15,238
$75 - $110K
$17,123
$110K & UP
$17,086

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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