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Southeastern Louisiana University

Hammond, LA · Public · Small city · Website

Southeastern Louisiana University campus
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Admission rate
99%
Open
Average net price
$12,468
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
46%
Median earnings
$49,502
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Southeastern Louisiana University is a public college in Hammond, LA with 9,514 undergraduates. It admits 99% of applicants, and admitted students average 1090 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $12,468 per year ($10,613 for families earning under $30,000). 46% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $49,502 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
99%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,485
Fall 2023
Admitted
5,171
Fall 2023
Yield
45%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

ACT Composite18–24
136

What Southeastern Louisiana University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$23,701
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$9,043
Out-of-state tuition
$21,521

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$10,613
  • $30–48k$9,771
  • $48–75k$10,974
  • $75–110k$14,464
  • $110k+$17,535

Get a personal estimate with Southeastern Louisiana University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
46%
Freshman retention
73%
Median earnings
$49,502
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,787
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
9,514
Student–faculty ratio
20:1
Receive Pell grants
36%
  • White65%
  • Hispanic7%
  • Black20%
  • Asian1%

Southeastern Louisiana University FAQ

What is Southeastern Louisiana University's acceptance rate?+

Southeastern Louisiana University admits 99% of applicants, which makes it open.

What ACT score do you need for Southeastern Louisiana University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–24.

Is Southeastern Louisiana University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Southeastern Louisiana University?+

In Fall 2023, 5,485 students applied to Southeastern Louisiana University and 5,171 were admitted; 2,349 enrolled.

Does Southeastern Louisiana University consider legacy status?+

No. Southeastern Louisiana University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Southeastern Louisiana University require an essay?+

Southeastern Louisiana University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Southeastern Louisiana University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $23,701 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,468.

What is Southeastern Louisiana University's graduation rate?+

46% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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