Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO): what international applicants need

What are Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO)'s application deadlines for 2026–27?

Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO)'s acceptance rate?

78.9% for students who started in fall 2024: Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) admitted 5,149 of its 6,526 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Yes. Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) requires SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants for 2026–27.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO)?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 410–510 in Math and 410–540 in Reading and Writing (10% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 15–20.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO)'s application fee for international students?

Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO)'s application fee is $45 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) accept?

Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) require?

Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) require the Common App personal essay?

No. Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) have?

40 of Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO)'s 2,179 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.8%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) cost for international students?

Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $16,954 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $8,054). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $11,337. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $35,811 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source