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Southern University at New Orleans
New Orleans, LAPublicCity Setting
Less Selective • 79% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Southern University at New Orleans is a public institution located in the city setting of New Orleans, LA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 1.1K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 79%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
1.1K (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
79% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading410 - 540
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math410 - 510
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite15 - 20
1typical 50% range36
79%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing13% of degrees
Biological Sciences8% of degrees
Health Sciences7% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Social Work.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $55,119
Earnings 5yr: $51,049
Debt: N/A
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $53,762
Earnings 5yr: $49,338
Debt: N/A
Social Work.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $49,709
Earnings 5yr: $51,189
Debt: $42,000
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $47,390
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $56,000
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $44,788
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $44,723
Earnings 5yr: $42,551
Debt: $45,149
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $44,350
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $44,226
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $55,541
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $42,068
Earnings 5yr: $35,327
Debt: $38,319
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $39,139
Earnings 5yr: $35,456
Debt: $47,500
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Education, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $54,647
English Language and Literature, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
History.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Information Science/Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Information Science/Studies.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Information Science/Studies.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$14,810
In-State Tuition$8,054
Out-of-State Tuition$16,954
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
42%
Pell Grants
39%
Take Loans
54%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$29,148
+17% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$34,042
Completion Signals
13%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
52%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$211/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
29%
Men71%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 29% men and 71% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
50%
Part-Time Share
15%
Avg Family Income
$21,021
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