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Grambling State University
Grambling State University
GRAMBLING, LA . 4 Year 3.6
#2306 in Best Colleges in America
403 MAIN ST GRAMBLING, LA 71245

Overview

Located in Louisiana, Grambling State University is a historic public university founded in 1901 with a national reputation for academic and cultural excellence. As a university that primarily serves the African American community, GSU is committed to providing students with diverse educational opportunities that promote racial and cultural inclusion. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in business, education, health sciences, and engineering, and is known for its strong programs in music, athletics, and social disciplines. In particular, Grambling State's soccer and band programs have a national reputation for producing outstanding athletes and musical talent. The school promotes a “well-rounded” approach to preparing students for the future workplace through small class sizes, hands-on experience, and personalized academic support. If you want to pursue excellence on a campus that is rich in history, academic challenge, and multiculturalism, Grambling State University is an option worth considering.

Rankings

  • 77

    #77 in Best Greek Life Colleges in America

  • 2306

    #2306 in Best Colleges in America

  • 154

    #154 in Top Party Schools in America

  • Best Greek Life Colleges in America 77 of 689
  • Top Party Schools in America 154 of 1,512
  • Best College Athletics in America 197 of 1,344

Academics

  • C+Academics
  • CValue
  • B Diversity
  • C+Campus
  • A Athletics
  • AParty Scene
  • B Professors
  • CLocation
  • B+Dorms
  • A Campus Food
  • BStudent Life
  • C+Safety

Majors

  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
    88 Graduates
  • Business
    56 Graduates
  • Psychology
    44 Graduates
  • Biology
    43 Graduates
  • Communications
    39 Graduates
  • Human Development
    35 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    29 Graduates
  • Accounting
    25 Graduates
  • Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
    25 Graduates
  • Information Science
    24 Graduates

Admissions

  • June 1
    Application Deadline
  • 72%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $20
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    840-1040
  • ACT Range
    15-19
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,397
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    96%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    29%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    3,836 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    569
  • Undergrads Over 25
    14%
  • Pell Grant
    79%
  • Varsity Athletes
    12%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    24:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Southwestern Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS

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