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Southern University and A & M College

Baton Rouge, LA

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Median Earnings
$43,371
10 years after enrollment
Grad Rate
27.7%
6-year completion
Students
5,519
Undergraduate enrollment
Admit Rate
35.1%
Acceptance rate

Annual Cost Breakdown

Full Sticker Price

$26,341/yr

Tuition + fees + room + board + books. What you pay with no financial aid.

Avg After Grants

$20,077/yr

What students who received federal/institutional grants actually paid on average. Varies by family income.

Tuition Only

In-state: $9,922

Out-of-state: $17,272

Tuition only — does not include room, board, or fees.

💡 The “Avg After Grants” is an average across all students who received aid — your actual cost depends on your family income. Use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants — by income bracket. Source: U.S. Dept of Education, AY 2022–23.

Under $30k/yr income$19,047/yr
$30k–$48k/yr income$19,395/yr
$48k–$75k/yr income$22,288/yr
$75k–$110k/yr income—
Over $110k/yr income$26,069/yr

These are averages for aid recipients. Your exact cost depends on your specific FAFSA results. Estimate yours on studentaid.gov →

Admissions & Outcomes

Acceptance Rate
35.1%
1-Year Retention
60.3%
Pell Grant Recipients
68.1%
First-Generation Students
39.7%
In-State Tuition
$9,922/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,272/yr

Acceptance Rate

35.1%

Moderately selective — competitive applicant pool.

Top Programs

Click 📋 to find the curriculum for each major

Computer Science
3%📋 Curriculum
Engineering
7%📋 Curriculum
Health Sciences
23%📋 Curriculum
Biology / Life Sci
5%📋 Curriculum

% of bachelor's degrees awarded in each field

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Program Rankings

Official program-level rankings (US News, QS, Forbes) are not available through a free public API. The Earnings by Major section below is the best free proxy — it shows real median salaries 2 years after graduation for each program at this school, sourced directly from federal earnings data.

US News RankingsNiche.com ProfileCollege Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions about Southern University and A & M College

How much does Southern University and A & M College cost?

The average net price at Southern University and A & M College after grants and scholarships is $20,077 per year. The full sticker price before aid is $26,341/yr. Your actual cost depends on your family income — use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the graduation rate at Southern University and A & M College?

The 6-year graduation rate at Southern University and A & M College is 27.7%. The 1-year retention rate is 60.3%. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What is the acceptance rate at Southern University and A & M College?

The acceptance rate at Southern University and A & M College is 35.1%. Moderately selective — competitive applicant pool.

What do Southern University and A & M College graduates earn?

The median earnings of students who attended Southern University and A & M College 10 years after enrollment is $43,371. Earnings vary significantly by major — see the Earnings by Major section above for program-specific data. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Is Southern University and A & M College a good school?

Whether Southern University and A & M College is the right fit depends on your major, budget, and priorities. Key facts: 28% graduation rate, average net price of $20,077/year, median graduate earnings of $43,371 at 10 years. Use our free Fit Score quiz to see how this school ranks against your specific needs.

Data from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, AY 2022–23 (updated November 2025). Earnings reflect median 10-year outcomes for all students who enrolled.