Southeastern Louisiana University
Southeastern
Hammond, Louisiana 70402
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
Southeastern Louisiana University is a public institution in Hammond with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1090, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 9.5K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
45% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,482 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,174.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History "Hammond Junior College" was created in 1925.
- •The college moved to the Hunter Leake estate in north Hammond in 1927 to accommodate more students.
- •As of 2009, it is the oldest building constructed by the university.
- •The college's curricular offerings increased significantly in 1937 when the college received approval to offer bachelor's degrees.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
66.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
0.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,077
Programs (68)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
76%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
72
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from LA state average + city premium