Southern University at Shreveport

Southern University at Shreveport Overview

Southern University at Shreveport is a public, state school in the city of Shreveport, Louisiana. Southern University at Shreveport was founded in 1964 and enrolls 2,651 undergrads and no graduate students. Southern University at Shreveport ensures housing for up to 240 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 70% of students spend their weekends on campus.

Student Activities at Southern University at Shreveport

Are you interested in music or performing? Join a campus band

Southern University at Shreveport does not have any fraternities or sororities, do it might be a good option if Greek life isn't a priority for you.

Planning to play sports? Southern University at Shreveport has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Southern University at Shreveport on the Student Life page.

2022 Southern University at Shreveport Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	62%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	Info Not Available
Average GPA	2.0
In-State Tuition	$2,618
Out-of-State	$2,618

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Is Southern University at Shreveport a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" varies. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can all provide a sense of how competitive a college is.

Let's take a look at these factors to get a better view of what Southern University at Shreveport offers and if the school could be the right college for you.

Southern University at Shreveport Acceptance Rate 2022

The acceptance rate at Southern University at Shreveport is 62%. Last year, 1,329 students applied to Southern University at Shreveport and 829 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Southern University at Shreveport

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 34% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Southern University at Shreveportcome back the next year. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Southern University at Shreveport Grads

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers. 60% of graduates from Southern University at Shreveport recieve at least one full-time job offer within six months of graduating.

Check with Southern University at Shreveport directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Southern University at Shreveport's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2021, the total market value of Southern University at Shreveport's endowment was $600000 thousand. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, Southern University at Shreveport spends about $2,487 a year.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Southern University at Shreveport

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Southern University at Shreveport's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Southern University at Shreveport.

Based on this information, does Southern University at Shreveport seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Southern University at Shreveport a good school for you?

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Where is Southern University at Shreveport Located?

Southern University at Shreveport is located in the city of Shreveport, Louisiana.

If you want to see Southern University at Shreveport for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 20/49 to Shreveport, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Shreveport Regional.

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