Southern University at New Orleans — College Profile

About

Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) is a public historically Black university (HBCU) celebrated for its affordable, community-focused education and its historic distinction as the only public HBCU established in Louisiana following the landmark *Brown v. Board of Education* decision. The university is highly regarded for its nationally accredited School of Social Work, as well as its strong, career-ready programs in Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, and Business Administration. On campus, students enjoy a tight-knit, supportive HBCU environment deeply connected to the vibrant culture of New Orleans, featuring active Greek life, athletics, and modern residential housing on the scenic Lake Campus.

Wikipedia:Southern University at New Orleans is a public historically black university in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is a member of the Southern University System and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.

Location

New Orleans, LA, 70126 · City campus

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Nearest airport from college

MSY · New Orleans

13 mi away

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Cost

In-state COA

$23,905

Out-of-state COA

$32,805

Avg net price

$14,810

Room & board

$11,337

In-state tuition

$8,054

Out-of-state tuition

$16,954

Books & supplies

$1,353/yr

Average net price by family income

$0–30k

$14,771

$75–110k

$19,360

Admissions

Admit rate

79%

Test policy

Test optional

SAT average

944

Reading 410–540

Math 410–510

SAT range (25th–75th percentile)

40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes

Graduation rate

16%

4-yr on-time completion

1st-yr retention

52%

Transfer-out rate

35%

8-year outcomes

Graduated

23%

Transferred

40%

Still enrolled

Dropped out / unknown

34%

Median earnings (6yr)

$29,148

Median earnings (10yr)

$34,042

Median debt

$31,000

Monthly loan payment

$329

Debt range (25th–75th)

$7,329–$33,750

Debt (90th percentile)

$45,941

Student Body

Men 29%Women 71%

Student : Faculty ratio

■Students ■ Faculty

Pell grant recipients

42%

First-generation

50%

Median family income

$16,552

Independent students

46%

Avg age at entry

26.0

Part-time students

15%

Race & ethnicity

White

Hispanic

Black

90%

Two or more

Non-resident

Programs & Earnings

Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings

Median earnings for graduates across all programs

6 years after entry

$29,148

10 years after entry

$34,042

Psychology, General41

Business Administration, Management and Operations41

Criminal Justice and Corrections23

Social Work23

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities22

Biology, General17

Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services14

Health and Medical Administrative Services10

Information Science/Studies9

Mathematics7

English Language and Literature, General5

Security Science and Technology4

Public Administration3

Education, General2

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions2

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Institutional

Endowment

$3M

Classification

Master's (Medium)

Undergraduate profile

Four-year, inclusive admissions

Full-time faculty

100%

Avg faculty salary

$6,898/mo

Instructional spend/student

$5,792