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Grambling State University

Grambling, LA · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Town

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About Grambling State University

Grambling State University (GSU, Grambling, or Grambling State) is a public historically black university in Grambling, Louisiana, United States. Grambling State is home of the Eddie G. Robinson Museum and is listed on the Louisiana African American Heritage Trail. Grambling State is a member-school of the University of Louisiana System and Thurgood Marshall College Fund. Grambling State's athletic teams compete in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and are known as the Grambling State Tigers. Grambling State is a member of the Southwestern Athletic Conference.

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45%

Acceptance

$19,809

Net price

4,164

Enrollment

36%

Grad rate

Report Card

C

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

C+

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B+

Affordability

Average net price after aid

B

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

D

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

45%

Acceptance rate

943

SAT average

17

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading490570
SAT Math430510
ACT Composite1519

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$19,809

Average net price

$7,683

In-state tuition

$16,706

Out-of-state tuition

$10,990

Room & board

$1,800

Books & supplies

$25,367

Total cost of attendance

75%

Students receiving Pell grants

78%

Students with federal loans

$36,500

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$18,666
$30–48K
$19,007
$48–75K
$21,743
$75–110K
$24,525
$110K+
$25,310

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$41,109

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$25,589

Median earnings (6 yrs)

36%

Graduation rate

66%

Retention rate

65%

Earn more than a HS grad

$4,469

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

4,164

Total enrollment

10%

Part-time

21

Avg. age at entry

39%

First-generation

Gender balance

61% women
39% men

Race & ethnicity

Black
87%
Two or more races
2%
Hispanic
2%
White
0%

Grambling State University FAQ

Is Grambling State University a public or private school?

Grambling State University is a public institution located in Grambling, LA.

What is the acceptance rate at Grambling State University?

Grambling State University has an acceptance rate of 45%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Grambling State University cost?

The average annual net price at Grambling State University is $19,809 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $7,683 in-state and $16,706 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Grambling State University?

About 36% of students at Grambling State University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Grambling State University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Grambling State University students earn a median of $41,109 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Grambling State University?

Admitted students at Grambling State University have an average SAT score of 943 and an ACT midpoint of 17. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Grambling State University?

Grambling State University enrolls about 4,164 students.

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