Tougaloo College

Overview

Enrollment

677

Tougaloo College overview
Location	Tougaloo, Mississippi
Online	tougaloo.edu
School Type	Private 4 Year
Setting	Midsize City
Religious Affiliation	United Church of Christ

Tougaloo College overview
Size	Small
Status	Non-profit
On Campus Housing	Yes
Level of Study	Undergrad

Tougaloo College, located in Tougaloo, Mississippi, is a private historically black liberal arts institution founded in 1869 and affiliated with the United Church of Christ and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The college sits on a 500-acre campus marked by notable red-brick buildings and is situated approximately ten miles north of Jackson, offering access to the metropolitan culture and opportunities. Known for its strong emphasis on social justice and civil rights, Tougaloo College provides a range of undergraduate degrees with popular majors in the biological sciences, education, and social sciences. While selectivity for admission is generally considered moderately selective, the college maintains a commitment to a student-centered educational experience. The on-campus living is an integral part of the student experience with residence halls and student housing options. Though not recognized primarily for its athletic programs, the college fields several sports teams known as the Bulldogs.

In the most recent statistical year 2,817 prospective students applied, and 1,389 were granted admission. Of those admitted 133 enrolled in the school. 571 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 106 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $10,384 plus fees of $477.

Tougaloo College is a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) primarily serving the African-American community.
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Ratings

4/10

Overall

3/10

Academics

5/10

Resources

3/10

Outcomes

3/10

Value

Tougaloo College is rated within the lower 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated