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Southern University and A&M College is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The concept of Southern University was put forward by P. B. S. Pinchback, T. T. Allain, and Henry Demas as an institution "for the education of persons of color" at the Louisiana State Constitutional Convention (1879). The university was officially established in 1881. Southern University and A&M College offers an array of degrees and programs through its various academic divisions which include:
Southern University and A&M College sports teams are known as the Jaguars.
Southern University And A & M College is located in Baton Rouge, LA (a medium-sized city). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Southern University And A & M College is the Doctoral degree.
The school is known for its programs in family and social work, nutrition and exercise therapy, and security and law enforcement.
Southern University And A & M College does not offer open admission. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 380 and 460.
Southern University And A & M College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school had 8,288 enrolled students in 2007-2008. Southern University And A & M College has a large minority student population.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Southern University And A & M College offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Southwestern Athletic Conference.
Southern University And A & M College is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Southern University and A&M College at Baton Rouge is a component of the public education system of the State of Louisiana, providing comprehensive programs of study ranging from associate degrees to doctoral degrees. The UniversityÆs admission policy is grounded in the belief that opportunity and quality can co-exist in a diverse educational environment. The University is committed to a broad program of research and creative work to stimulate faculty and students in a quest for knowledge and to aid society in resolving its scientific, technical, socioeconomic and cultural problems. Southern University and A&M College at Baton Rouge renders services to the community through urban and rural programs. Adhering to the spirit of its 1890 Land Grand function, the UniversityÆs extension programs have assumed a more prominent posture throughout the State of Louisiana, nationally and internationally."
More complete details are provided below.
Southern University And A & M College
Southern Branch Post Office
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
General Phone: (225) 771-4500
http://www.subr.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 173 | business management, accounting, marketing, finance, managerial economics |
| Education and Teaching | 146 | elementary/middle school admin, elementary school teaching, special ed, educational administration, school counseling, physical education teaching, English teaching, social studies teaching, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 138 | registered nursing, nurse practitioner, nursing science, various nursing |
| Family and Social Work | 117 | family and consumer science, social work, public administration, public policy analysis |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 108 | criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and police |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 89 | recreational therapy, vocational counseling |
| Liberal Arts | 86 | political science, history, sociology, English, social services, Spanish language, French language, speech and rhetoric |
| Science | 63 | biology, chemistry, physics, environmental toxicology, chemistry courses |
| Therapy and Counseling | 62 | psychology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 62 | computer science |
| Engineering | 53 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, engineering |
| Media | 50 | mass communication |
| Medical Support and Technology | 29 | mental health services tech, audiology and speech pathology |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 20 | agriculture, agricultural economics |
| Mathematics | 16 | mathematics |
| Engineering Technician | 14 | electronics tech |
| Architecture and Planning | 12 | architecture |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 10 | urban forestry |
| Music | 4 | music performance |
| Fine Arts | 3 | fine arts |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 3 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Southern University And A & M College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 940 | 55 |
| Master's degree | 305 | 26 |
| Doctor's degree | 9 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 4 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 2 |
Southern University And A & M College is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, Southern University And A & M College had a total enrollment of 8,288 students (8,123 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 44% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 84% |
| Graduate | 16% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| (Foreign Students) | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | 76% |
| Texas | 10% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Mississippi | 2% |
| California | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 66 % |
Southern University And A & M College offers campus housing for 2,606 of its 8,123 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Baton Rouge, Louisiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Louisiana Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,101 | 1,711 | 55% | 1,129 | 66% |
| Men | 1,336 | 710 | 53% | 499 | 70% |
| Women | 1,765 | 1,001 | 57% | 630 | 63% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Math | 380 | 460 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 19 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 18 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 9% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 91% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,906 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,698 |
| Room and board | $ 5,558 |
| Room charge | $ 5,558 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,052 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,721 |
Financial Aid:
Southern University And A & M College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 202500)
Southern University And A & M College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 118 | 83 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 49 | 38 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 52 | 81 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 7 | $94,916 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $94,916 | 5 | $70,633 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 69 | $75,472 | 33 | $67,159 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 45 | $62,352 | 34 | $60,167 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 70 | $56,041 | 82 | $50,843 |
| Instructor | academic year | 26 | $42,892 | 54 | $42,306 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 5 | $25,048 | 4 | $15,013 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 215 | $61,287 | 207 | $52,056 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
| Track | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 162 | 100 | 262 |
| Football | 63 | 0 | 63 |
| Track | 25 | 22 | 47 |
| Baseball | 46 | 0 | 46 |
| Basketball | 13 | 13 | 26 |
| All Other Sports | 15 | 65 | 80 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Economics
Agriculture, General
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Urban Forestry
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Agricultural Teacher Education
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Computer Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
French Language Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Physics Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Public Administration
Public Policy Analysis
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Chemistry, Other
Environmental Toxicology
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southern University And A & M College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 5% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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