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Southern University at New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$29,148

Acceptance Rate

60%

Graduation Rate

18%

Annual Tuition

$7,490

At a Glance

Total Students

1,095

Retention Rate

48%

Faculty Ratio

13

Financial Aid

38%

Median Debt

$31,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Southern University at New Orleans is a public institution with a small student body of 1,095. The university has a moderately selective admissions process, accepting 60.2% of applicants. The annual in-state tuition is $7,490. The university's retention rate is 48.4%, and the graduation rate is 17.5%.

Graduates of Southern University at New Orleans report varied earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $33,307. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $29,148, but increase to $34,042 ten years after graduation. The median debt for students is $31,000, and 37.8% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$33k

1 YEAR

$29k

5 YEARS

$34k

10 YEARS

Top 94% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Southern University at New Orleans alumni earn $33,307. Five years after graduation, earnings decrease to $29,148. Ten years after graduation, earnings increase to $34,042. The median debt for graduates is $31,000.

The school's graduation rate is 17.5%, and the retention rate is 48.4%. The acceptance rate is 60.2%, and 37.8% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $7,490.

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Campus Location

New Orleans, Louisiana

New Orleans, LA 70126

Southern University at New Orleans is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Southern University at New Orleans has an acceptance rate of 60.2%.