Southern University is a public, historically Black land‑grant university on the Mississippi River side of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, known for its HBCU traditions, marching band, homecoming (“Jaguar Palooza”), and strong programs in business, biology, criminal justice, and the liberal arts. Students often rave about the tight‑knit “Jaguar” community, Black‑centered campus life, and the energetic vibe created by Greek organizations, gospel culture, and big‑game days.
Common Majors
business administration, biology, criminal justice, liberal arts and humanities
“I love Southern’s HBCU‑on‑the‑River vibe, how easy it is to get close with fellow students and faculty while still feeling part of a big‑family campus with huge homecoming energy, but from a past‑student view I’ll say the aging facilities, parking and housing headaches, and the way administrative slowness could really slow things down were all more noticeable once I stopped just visiting and started living there.”
Team & Tuition
Tuition (no scholarship)
$9,848 / $17,198
Conference
Southwestern Athletic Conference
Scholarships Available
Yes. Both athletic and academic.
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