Texas Southern University and Southern University and A & M College are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Both Schools are four-year, public. TSU is located in Houston, TX and Southern University and A & M is located in Baton Rouge, LA.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Texas Southern University | vs. | Southern University and A & M College |
|---|---|---|
| Houston, Texas | Location | Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
| Four-year, Public | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$8,637
Out-Of-State$21,473 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$9,922
Out-Of-State$17,272 |
| 87% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 77% |
| $8,193 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $8,290 |
| 96.91 % | Acceptance Rates | 35.12 % |
| 17.89 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 20.07 % |
| 900 | SAT Score | 900 |
| 17 | ACT Score | 17 |
| 22 % | Graduation Rate | 27 % |
| 24 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 66 % | Retention Rate | 60 % |
| 8,704 | Student Population | 8,279 |
| 380 | Number of Faculties | 308 |
| 19 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 21 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |
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