Southern University and A & M College

Southern University and A&M College is a public four-year institution located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in a midsize city setting. It enrolls 9,214 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 34.00 out of 100. The university reports a completion rate of 28% (IPEDS 2023) and a retention rate of 60% (IPEDS 2023).

The university offers nursing programs at both the associate and bachelor's levels. Programs include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse at the associate level and Family Practice Nurse/Nursing at the bachelor's level. These credentials prepare students for clinical nursing roles across generalist and primary care settings.

As the flagship campus of the Southern University System, Southern University and A&M College is one of the largest historically Black universities in the United States. Located in Baton Rouge, LA, it serves a diverse student population and plays a significant role in healthcare workforce development in Louisiana's capital region.