Overview
Southern University at New Orleans is a public and historically black university, and it’s the only institution in the state to offer a degree in museum studies. SUNO is a participant in the Upward Bound Program, which is funded by the US Department of Education and gives high school students the tools to finish high-school and enroll in college. SU at New Orleans offers a number of support options for current and future students, including the Center for Comprehensive Communications, the Southern University Honoré Center for Undergraduate Student Achievement, and the TRIO Programs.
Acceptance Rate:
94%
Average Net Price:
$7,632
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
2.4
Average ACT Composite
17
Average SAT Composite
925
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $7,490 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $16,390 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,340 |
| Books and Supplies | $1300 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
43%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,560
43%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,321
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,055
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
23%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$1249
88%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,321
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$11,357,897
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
62%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,282
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$296
Students receiving federal loans
62%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,282
Average Other Loans Per Year
$6,500
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- HBCU
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
928
Students Applied
344
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | July 1 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | December 1 |
Application Fee
$20
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
63%
Submitting ACT
Average ACT Composite: 17
Average SAT Composite: 925
2.4
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
Admissions: visit page
Admissions Telephone: 504-286-5235
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
1,950
Total Number of Undergrads
1,680
0
100
4%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
20%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
19
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
21
Countries Represented
10
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
50%
Student Organizations
4
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Knights
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
23
Total Female Athletes
32
Intramural Sports
2
Sports Team (Men)
- Basketball
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Southern University at New Orleans Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$32,100
Top 5 Cities
New Orleans
Houston
Atlanta
Dallas
Baton Rouge
Top 5 Employers
Ochsner Health System
City of New Orleans
Jefferson Parish Public School System
Southern University at New Orleans
State of Louisiana
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Education
Community and Social Services
Operations
Healthcare Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,000
Loan Default Rate
12%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$296
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI never thought I had a chance of attending a 4 year college, nevertheless wanting to stay. Southern University at New Orleans is a school of chance and a school where everyone succeeds and all faculty see to it that you do. There's no failure at Southern University.
Paulitha from New Orleans, LA
SUNO is a pretty decent school. It might be small but you get your work done. The school holds a lot of activities so you don't get tired or bored.
Keyosha from New Orleans, LA
Southern University at New Orleans is an amazing school that will educated students to their fullest potential. It is also a great school that have a variety of organizations that you can involve yourself in. Southern University is also an Historically Black College also known as HBCU.
Tanyell from Harvey, LA
I plan on being a very successful student at Southern University of New Orleans. I will stay ahead of the game and focus in every formally matter. I don't know this school personally, but i have faith in the school. I thin i will learn what i need and beyond. I feel that the professors at this so have a lot of wisdom and can prepare you for the future.
Raven from Jeanerette, LA
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