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Grambling State University

Grambling State University

Grambling, LA · Town · 4,164 students
4
Year
Public
Town
Medium (3k–10k)
Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
About

Established in Grambling, Louisiana, Grambling State University is a historically Black institution (HBCU) world-renowned for its rich cultural legacy, particularly its iconic "World Famed" Tiger Marching Band and storied athletic history. Academically, the university excels through its AACSB-accredited College of Business and cutting-edge STEM initiatives, which include offering Louisiana's very first bachelor's degree in cybersecurity alongside highly respected programs in nursing and criminal justice. On campus, you will experience a vibrant, close-knit student culture driven by the school's defining motto, "Where Everybody is Somebody," which comes to life through high-energy homecoming celebrations, active Greek life, and a deeply supportive alumni network. This unique combination of championship-level school spirit, historic pride, and dedicated professional preparation makes Grambling State an empowering environment for prospective students.


Wikipedia:Grambling State University is a public historically black university in Grambling, Louisiana, United States. Grambling State is home of the Eddie G. Robinson Museum and is listed on the Louisiana African American Heritage Trail. Grambling State is a member-school of the University of Louisiana System and Thurgood Marshall College Fund.

Location
Grambling, LA, 71245 · Town campus
Nearest airport from college
MSY · New Orleans
227 mi away
Cost
In-state COA
$25,367
Out-of-state COA
$34,390
Avg net price
$19,809
Room & board
$10,990
In-state tuition
$7,683
Out-of-state tuition
$16,706
Books & supplies
$1,800/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$18,666
$30–48k
$19,007
$48–75k
$21,743
$75–110k
$24,525
$110k+
$25,310
Admissions
Admit rate
45%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
943
Reading 490570
Math 430510
ACT midpoint
17
Composite 1519
English 1319
Math 1417
SAT range (25th–75th percentile)
40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

This school does not appear to use the Common Application. Check the school's admissions website directly for essay requirements and application instructions.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
34%
4-yr on-time completion
30%
1st-yr retention
66%
Transfer-out rate
0%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
35%
Transferred
16%
Still enrolled
2%
Dropped out / unknown
47%
Median earnings (6yr)
$25,589
Median earnings (10yr)
$41,109
Median debt
$36,500
Monthly loan payment
$387
Debt range (25th–75th)
$8,250$39,000
Debt (90th percentile)
$50,250
Student Body
Men 39%Women 61%
25
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
75%
First-generation
39%
Median family income
$19,680
Independent students
16%
Avg age at entry
21.0
Part-time students
10%
Race & ethnicity
Hispanic
2%
Black
87%
Two or more
2%
Non-resident
8%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$25,589
10 years after entry
$41,109
Criminal Justice and Corrections109
Biology, General78
Business Administration, Management and Operations47
Communication and Media Studies40
Accounting and Related Services35
Information Science/Studies33
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities33
Social Work33
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas30
Psychology, General27
Marketing27
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services25
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General24
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies23
History14
Sociology12
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Institutional
Endowment
$18M
Classification
Master's (Large)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions
Full-time faculty
88%
Avg faculty salary
$6,296/mo
Instructional spend/student
$4,469
Federal loan rate
78%

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