Southern University at New Orleans
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Southern University at New Orleans, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 91% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 7th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (LA wage index 0.75). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Southern University at New Orleans
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Work | — | $49,709 | -4% | #279 of 420 | #73 | $32,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | $33,687 | $47,390 | -2% | #82 of 172 | #20 | $35,250 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | — | $44,788 | -24% | #263 of 275 | #225 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $33,494 | $44,723 | -19% | #614 of 660 | #477 | $28,864 |
| Biology | — | $44,350 | -22% | #797 of 841 | #678 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $25,777 | $44,226 | -17% | #392 of 476 | #291 | $36,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $40,173 | $42,068 | -38% | #1165 of 1176 | #1134 | $29,808 |
| Psychology | — | $39,139 | -23% | #988 of 1027 | #835 | $28,125 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Southern University at New Orleans Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $150,982
- Avg rent near campus: $1,742/mo — vs ~$789/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 70126 (9.0% cap, New Orleans)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,484 | $13,384 |
| Room | $7,100 | |
| Board | $3,240 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $25,054 | $33,954 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $15,247 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $16,748 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Southern University at New Orleans's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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- Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology