SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AND A&M COLLEGE
- Southern Branch Post Office
- Baton Rouge, LA 70813
- OPEID College Code: 00202500
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- General Phone: (225) 771-4500
- Chancellor: Kofi Lomotey
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 7,619
- College Alias: SU
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Southern University and A&M College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Navy Air Force
- Website
- web.subr.edu

- Mission Statement
- Southern University and A&M College at Baton Rouge is a component of the public education system of the State of Louisiana, providing comprehensive programs of study ranging from associate degrees to doctoral degrees. The University's admission policy is grounded in the belief that opportunity and quality can co-exist in a diverse educational environment. The University is committed to a broad program of research and creative work to stimulate faculty and students in a quest for knowledge and to aid society in resolving its scientific, technical, socioeconomic and cultural problems. Southern University and A&M College at Baton Rouge renders services to the community through urban and rural programs. Adhering to the spirit of its 1890 Land Grand function, the University's extension programs have assumed a more prominent posture throughout the State of Louisiana, nationally and internationally.
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- Historically Black College
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Doctoral, Professional Dominant
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential
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Other Campus Locations
- Southern University at New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70126
77 Miles Away - Southern University at Shreveport
Shreveport, LA 71107
209 Miles Away
- Southern University Law Center
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: web.subr.edu
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,210 | 1,733 | 2,943 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 656 (54%) | 1,011 (58%) | 1,667 (57%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 431 (66%) | 613 (61%) | 1,044 (63%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 140 | 13% |
| ACT ® Exam | 903 | 87% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | - | - |
| SAT ® Math | 383 | 508 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 17 | 20 |
| ACT ® English | 16 | 21 |
| ACT ® Math | 16 | 20 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 97%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 69% | 70% | 57% | 22% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,548 | $3,706 | $2,335 | $3,662 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.1% | 11.9% | 5.2% |
| Number in Default | 244 | 352 | 193 |
| Number in Repayment | 2,656 | 2,946 | 3,663 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $4,100 | $3,906 | $3,666 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $4,100 | $3,906 | $3,666 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $9,892 | $9,698 | $9,458 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,666 | $5,558 | $5,734 |
| Other Expenses | $2,868 | $2,721 | $2,667 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $13,834 | $13,385 | $13,267 |
| In-State | $13,834 | $13,385 | $13,267 |
| Out of State | $19,626 | $19,177 | $19,059 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $5,300 | $5,106 | $4,866 |
| In-State | $5,300 | $5,106 | $4,866 |
| Out of State | $11,092 | $10,898 | $10,658 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $5,300 | $5,106 | $4,866 |
| In-State | $5,300 | $5,106 | $4,866 |
| Out of State | $11,092 | $10,898 | $10,658 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 7,619 Undergraduate: 6,484 Graduate: 1,135
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,874 Female: 4,745
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,567 Female: 3,917
- Graduate Gender Male: 307 Female: 828
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 6,256 Part-Time: 1,363
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 5,716 Part-Time: 768
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 540 Part-Time: 595
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 2 | 0.03% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 16 | 0.2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,607 | 21% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,659 | 22% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,922 | 25% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,130 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 496 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 279 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 291 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 210 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 8 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 1 | 0.01% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,415 | 1,307 | 108 |
| Faculty Status | 404 | 380 | 24 |
| Tenured Faculty | 207 | 206 | 1 |
| Graduate Assistants | 119 | - | 119 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 487 | 399 | 88 |
| Primarily Instruction | 487 | 399 | 88 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 90 | 87 | 3 |
| Other Professionals | 377 | 363 | 14 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 461 | 458 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 180 | 180 | - |
| Skilled Crafts | 59 | 59 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 195 | 195 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $58,611 (338) | $62,492 (177) | $54,344 (161) |
| Professor | $73,555 (108) | $75,500 (70) | $69,973 (38) |
| Associate Professor | $60,162 (76) | $60,854 (48) | $58,976 (28) |
| Assistant Professor | $51,308 (107) | $53,947 (39) | $49,794 (68) |
| Instructor | $39,461 (45) | $40,149 (18) | $39,003 (27) |
| Lecturer | $14,250 (2) | $14,250 (2) | - (-) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,525 (35) | $55,659 (12) | $55,455 (23) |
| Professor | $77,871 (7) | $84,431 (3) | $72,951 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $69,680 (3) | - (-) | $69,680 (3) |
| Assistant Professor | $64,964 (5) | - (-) | $64,964 (5) |
| Instructor | $45,180 (19) | $46,068 (9) | $44,380 (10) |
| Lecturer | $6,000 (1) | - (-) | $6,000 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $57,374 (373) | $61,416 (189) | $53,223 (184) |
| Professor | $72,956 (115) | $75,236 (73) | $68,994 (42) |
| Associate Professor | $60,042 (79) | $60,854 (48) | $58,786 (31) |
| Assistant Professor | $51,390 (112) | $53,947 (39) | $50,024 (73) |
| Instructor | $38,721 (64) | $39,330 (27) | $38,276 (37) |
| Lecturer | $11,136 (3) | $14,250 (2) | $4,909 (1) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $1,431,345 | $860,002 | $571,343 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 60% | 40% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 282 | 186 | 96 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 257 | 161 | 96 |
| Baseball | 44 | 44 | - |
| Basketball | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| All Track Combined | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Football | 85 | 85 | - |
| Golf | 6 | 6 | - |
| Soccer | 18 | - | 18 |
| Softball | 20 | - | 20 |
| Tennis | 7 | - | 7 |
| Volleyball | 11 | - | 11 |
| Bowling | 8 | - | 8 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $79,656 | $43,798 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $22,627 | $18,214 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| All Track Combined | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Football | 13 | 13 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 12 | 12 | - |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Bowling | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 72%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 80%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 30% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 27% |
| Female | 33% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| Black | 30% |
| Asian | 17% |
| Hispanic | 50% |
| White | 27% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 6% |
| 5 Years | 20% |
| 6 Years | 30% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 12 | 19 |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 2 | 4 |
| Drug Related | 24 | 42 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 100 | 42 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | 2 |
| Robbery | 2 | 3 |
| Aggravated Assault | 7 | 8 |
| Burglary | 106 | 51 |
| Vehicle Theft | 10 | 5 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009