Southern University and A & M College
A good fit for in-state Louisiana residents and students from lower-income families. graduation rate is below 40%; median debt is moderately high. 68% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Southern University and A & M College is a public institution located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with approximately 5,519 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 35% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $20,077 per year. The graduation rate is 27%, and the typical graduate earns $39,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 28% graduation rate and 60% freshman retention rate suggest that most students who start don't finish, which is a serious concern worth discussing before committing. On the positive side, it's an HBCU with a real sense of community and history, and median debt at graduation is a relatively manageable $15,455. Worth considering if you have a clear plan, strong support systems in place, and a specific program that draws you here — but go in with eyes open about the completion challenges.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 13% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,519 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Southern University and A & M College
P.O. Box 9374, Harding Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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