Louisiana State University at Alexandria vs Southern University and A & M College
A side-by-side look at cost, graduate earnings, debt and return on investment. The better figure in each row is highlighted.
| Louisiana State University at Alexandria Alexandria, LA | Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA | |
|---|---|---|
| ROI verdict | Poor return | Poor return |
| 10-year ROI | -105% | -28% |
| 10-year net gain | $-36,834 | $-25,237 |
| Median earnings (5 yr) | $44,835 | $51,573 |
| Median earnings (1 yr) | $39,917 | $40,286 |
| Average net price | $7,065 | $20,077 |
| Median debt | $19,000 | $29,251 |
| Break-even | — | 13.8 yrs |
| Graduation rate | 34% | 27% |
| Admission rate | 92% | 35% |
Louisiana State University at Alexandria
Poor return
$-36,834 over 10 years
On these figures the cost and debt outweigh the earnings premium.
Southern University and A & M College
Poor return
$-25,237 over 10 years
On these figures the cost and debt outweigh the earnings premium.
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. ROI is computed by Degree Return — see how. Read the methodology. Data as of 2024.