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Southern University at New Orleans SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT Range820 to 1050

ACT Range15 to 20

Average GPA2.40

Acceptance Rate78.9%

SUNO is accessible, but the 52% freshman retention rate makes preparation matter after you enroll. Because scores are required and ACT is the more common submission, aim near the top of the range, around a 20 ACT, with 1050 SAT as a comparable target.

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Southern University at New Orleans facts and stats

Quick Facts

Southern University at New Orleans is an urban public institution with an undergraduate enrollment of 2,179 students. SUNO has a freshman retention rate of 52% and a 6-year graduation rate of 13%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 13:1. SUNO is test-required for admissions.

Location

New Orleans, LA

Undergrad Enrollment2,179

Freshman Retention52%

SettingUrban

Student to Faculty Ratio13:1

Graduation Rate13%

Test PolicyTest-required

How do your scores compare at SUNO?

Key Southern University at New Orleans application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

July 1

Early Action

Offered

Early Decision

Offered

Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

Coming soon

Test dates

SAT test dates

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

November 7, 2026

Registration deadline: October 23, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

SUNO is test-required, so plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and October for retakes and superscoring opportunities, since October is the safest last retake for SUNO’s Early Decision or Early Action deadlines.

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What you'll actually pay

SUNO’s in-state tuition is $4,484, while out-of-state tuition is $8,900. About 43% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $1,000.

In-State Tuition$4,484

Room and Board$11,750

Average Merit Award$1,000

Application Fee$25

Students on Aid43%

Average Aid Package$5,465

Average Debt at GradN/A

SUNO’s out-of-state tuition is $8,900, compared with $4,484 for in-state students, and room and board is about $11,750. About 43% of students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $5,465. Merit awards average $1,000, so students should plan for remaining costs after grants, scholarships, and family contribution.