Tougaloo College

Tougaloo College is a private, religious school in a suburban setting in Tougaloo, MS. Tougaloo College was founded in 1869 and now enrolls around 775 students a year, including 762 undergrads. Tougaloo College provides housing for up to 506 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 90% of students spend their weekends on campus .

There are many ways for students to get involved at Tougaloo College! Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus

Interested in journalism or communications? Tougaloo College students can .

Excited for Greek life? Tougaloo College has fraternities and sororities.

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

Learn more about life at Tougaloo College on the Student Life page.

2021 Tougaloo College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	71%
Average GPA	2.8
Tuition	$5,452

Is Tougaloo College a Good School?

The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how competitive a college is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. There are a few statistics that can give you a good idea of how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its students.

Let's take a closer look at all of these areas to get a clearer sense of what Tougaloo College offers and if it could be a good choice for you.

2021 Acceptance Rate for Tougaloo College

It is slightly difficult to get into Tougaloo College. Tougaloo College admitted 71% of all applicants in 2021. Last year, 1,844 students applied to Tougaloo College and 1,313 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Tougaloo College

Retention is 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.

About 73% of students who start at Tougaloo College come back for their second year of college. Tougaloo College's six-year graduation rate for undergrads is 49%. 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 Outlook Tougaloo College Graduates

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers. Within six months of graduating, 45% of graduates receive at least one full-time job offer.

The average starting salary for recent Tougaloo College grads is $38,000 a year. Average starting salaries vary by discipline, but the average starting salary for all 2021 graduates was around $60,000 a year.

Tougaloo College'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. Tougaloo College's endowment was valued at $4.7 million in 2021, compared to a national average of $905 million.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Tougaloo College

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Tougaloo College meets 80% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $10,500 a year.

Students in the class of 2021 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $25,000 of debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out 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 Tougaloo College. Based on this information, how does Tougaloo College sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Tougaloo College a good school for you?

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Where is Tougaloo College Located?

Tougaloo College is located in the suburban setting of Tougaloo, MS.

If you want to see Tougaloo College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 55 to Tougaloo, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Jackson-Evers International.

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