Welcome to the Office of Undergrad Admissions at SUNO 

Southern University at New Orleans seeks students who are ready to rise—academically, personally, and professionally. As a proud HBCU with a legacy rooted in access, excellence, and community, SUNO considers not just academic merit, but the whole student: your drive, your goals, and your potential to thrive in our close-knit learning environment. 

We invite you to explore our campus, connect with our faculty and students, and learn more about the programs that make SUNO a place “Where Champions Rise.” When you’re ready, apply—and take the first step toward becoming part of something great. 

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School of Graduate Studies 

Welcome to Southern University at New Orleans School of Graduate Studies 

Southern University at New Orleans offers graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education & Human Development, and School of Social Work. The University offers programs that lead to Master’s degrees. The University has established programs that provide students with the knowledge and skills to meet workforce demands. 

Open the door to advanced career opportunities and a purposeful life with a graduate degree from Southern University at New Orleans. The central purpose of the School of Graduate Studies is to work collaboratively with all academic units to educate and train future scholars, teachers, and professionals and to produce knowledge and research in the fields and areas in which they will work. 

Your overall goal is achievable by earning your graduate degree, you should choose a field of study that suits your personality and your academic or professional goals. The Graduate Program Brochures Link provides summary information about the degrees offered in each graduate program. 

Thank you for your interest in Southern University at New Orleans. As a graduate student, our programs will help you achieve academic excellence, build character and self-discovery experiences, and enhance your skills to contribute to your community. We embrace the uniqueness of our programs and academic climate to give students a rigorous learning experience.  

International Students Admissions Process 

Prospective applicants are expected to have completed undergraduate degree requirements at accredited institutions. The following documents must be provided in addition to other admission requirements. 

World Education Services (WES)International Credential Evaluation, Official college or university records, transcripts, certificates, diplomas/degrees showing all courses taken and the grades received with certified translations if the records are in a language other than English. 

A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution, with a satisfactory grade point average of not less than 2.70. 

Certification of the availability of sufficient funds to meet all costs while studying at Southern University through an affidavit of support. 

Scores on the test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for applicants in countries where the medium of instruction is not in English. 

The Graduate School will not consider for admission any applicant who has entered the United States on an I-20 issued by another institution. 

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