Southern University and A & M College
Historically Black college or university · Baton Rouge, LA · 5,519 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
35%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
790–1020
ACT (middle 50%)
15–19
Average net price
$18,631
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$26,742
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
28%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Southern University and A & M College?
Southern University and A & M College accepts about 35 of every 100 applicants (35%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 790 and 1020 on the SAT. A score at or above 1020 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 790, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 15–19.
The latest federal data says Southern University and A & M College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Southern University and A & M College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Southern University and A & M College cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $26,742 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $18,631 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $17,308 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,958
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$17,308
- Room & board$8,018
- Total cost of attendance$26,742
- Average net price after grants$18,631
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Criminal Justice, Business, Psychology, Agriculture.
Southern University and A & M College FAQ
- What is Southern University and A & M College's acceptance rate?
- 35% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Southern University and A & M College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 790–1020. Aim for 1020 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Southern University and A & M College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 15–19.
- Is Southern University and A & M College test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Southern University and A & M College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Southern University and A & M College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Southern University and A & M College cost?
- About $26,742 a year before aid; $18,631 on average after grants.
- What is Southern University and A & M College's FAFSA school code?
- 002025. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Southern University and A & M College receives your information.
- What is Southern University and A & M College's graduation rate?
- 28% of students finish within six years.
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