Southern University and A & M College Admission Requirements
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Southern University and A & M College Admission Overview
Southern University and A & M College admission requirements are highly competitive, with one of the lowest admission rates in Louisiana. Last year Southern University and A & M College admitted 35.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.1 GPA (B) and SAT 790-1020 / ACT 15-19. Southern University and A & M College is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Southern University and A & M College is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Southern University and A & M College Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
High
Admission difficulty for Southern University and A & M College
Acceptance Rate
The Southern University and A & M College acceptance rate is 35.1%. Last year, 8,547 of 24,340 applicants were admitted. That is the 2nd lowest acceptance rate in Louisiana and the 128th lowest in the nation.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Southern University and A & M College and can you get accepted?
Southern University and A & M College is a highly competitive school to get into, admitting fewer than half of applicants. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Southern University and A & M College typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.1. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Southern University and A & M College GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.1Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
BAverage GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.1
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Southern University and A & M College typically have around a 3.1 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Southern University and A & M College is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #22 in Louisiana for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Southern University and A & M College SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
790-1020Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
12%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 410
- Math 380
- Composite 790
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 530
- Math 490
- Composite 1020
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Southern University and A & M College typically score around a 910 SAT (middle 50% 790–1020) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 24th percentile nationally. Southern University and A & M College ranks #19 in the state of Louisiana for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 790 to 1020
SAT policy
Southern University and A & M College is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 910 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Southern University and A & M College ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
15-19Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
63%25th Percentile Scores
- English 14
- Math 15
- Composite 15
75th Percentile Scores
- English 20
- Math 18
- Composite 19
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Southern University and A & M College typically have around a 17 ACT (mid-50 15–19) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 31st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Southern University and A & M College places #20 among colleges in Louisiana for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 15 to 19
ACT policy
You may apply to Southern University and A & M College without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 17.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
60% of Southern University and A & M College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 28% are in the top quarter.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Southern University and A & M College and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Aug 1, 2027Days left to Apply
335Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Southern University and A & M College is $25.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Southern University and A & M College is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 35.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.1 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (790-1020); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=160621.
GPA calculator: Southern University and A & M College GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026