- Southern University at Shreveport, an institution within the Southern University System, seeks to provide a quality education for its students, while being committed to the total community. This institution prepares students for careers in technical and occupational fields; awards certificates and associate degrees; and, offers courses and programs that are transferable to other colleges and universities. Dedicated to excellence in instruction and community service, this open enrollment institution promotes cultural diversity, provides developmental and continuing education, and seeks partnerships with business and industry.
School Highlights
Southern University at Shreveport serves 4,262 students (48% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 60%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 4,262 students
- In-state tuition: $3,634
- Out-state tuition: $3,634
- Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 94%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southern University at Shreveport ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 273 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southern University at Shreveport
(LA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
273 staff
54 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southern University at Shreveport has grown by 45% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Southern University at Shreveport diversity score of 0.17 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has grown by 28% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,262 students
722 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
2,052 students
329 students
# Part-Time Students
2,210 students
393 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
426 students
394 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,052 students
311 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
17 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,210 students
844 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
240 students
217 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
1%
5%
% Black
91%
41%
% White
6%
40%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
7%
Diversity Score
0.17
0.66
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
7%
39%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,300
$28,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,634 is more than the state average of $2,971. The in-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,634 is less than the state average of $6,004. The out-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,634
$2,971
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,634
$6,004
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$18,250
$12,567
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- In 1967, Southern University at Shreveport made its humble beginnings here, on what is now called the Martin Luther King, Jr. Campus. From the beginning, the priority has been to aid people from diverse backgrounds to improve the quality of their lives and become contributing participants in this community's cultural and economic development. As the needs of the Shreveport/Bossier City metropolitan area have changed over the years, so has the Southern University at Shreveport campus and its role as an active participant in raising the level of excellence for the community. Southern University at Shreveport offers a wide array of courses designed to facilitate admission to four-year senior institutions, address the needs of the work force development community, upgrade your skills in the latest trends in business and industry through credit and non-credit courses, provide short-range training programs designed for the working professional, or simply enhance your learning for the joy of it. Southern University has two additional locations to serve the educational needs of the community: the Downtown Metro Center providing state-of-the-art allied health programs, and the Aerospace Technology Center that houses the FAA-approved Aerospace Technology and Maintenance programs. We also offer nationally recognized programs in Nursing, Radiologic Technology and Dental Hygiene. Couple the multitude of academic, social and personal services offered by the University with the beautiful scenery unique to the Martin Luther King Campus, and you have an educational environment that is beyond comparison. Southern University at Shreveport is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southern University at Shreveport cost?
Southern University at Shreveport's tuition is approximately $3,634 for In-State students and $3,634 for Out-State students.
What is Southern University at Shreveport's ranking?
Southern University at Shreveport ranks among the top 20% of community college in Louisiana for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Southern University at Shreveport located?
Southern University at Shreveport is located in the Martin Luther King Dr Area neighborhood of Shreveport, LA.
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