Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
| Online | subr.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Southern University and A&M College, located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana along the Mississippi River, serves as the flagship institution of the Southern University System and is among the nation's most prominent historically Black universities. The 512-acre main campus features traditional brick buildings and modern facilities situated in a suburban setting approximately 5 miles north of downtown Baton Rouge. Founded in 1880, Southern University operates as a public land-grant institution with comprehensive academic offerings across its colleges of engineering, business, nursing, and arts and sciences, with particular recognition for its engineering and nursing programs. The university maintains a residential campus with multiple student housing options and competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Jaguars through the Southwestern Athletic Conference, where its marching band, known as the "Human Jukebox," has gained national recognition.
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Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Southern University and A & M College is rated within the lower 15% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 2 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Southern University and A & M College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#1015 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#430 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Colleges in Louisiana
#13 in Best Public Colleges in Louisiana
#33 in Best Value Colleges in Louisiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 798/1000 |
| ACT | 15/19 |
| GPA | 3.1 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $4,869 |
| Room and Board | $9,366 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,470 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,984 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 23% |
| Business | 15% |
| Engineering | 9% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 9% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025