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Tougaloo College

Tougaloo, Mississippi Β· City: MidsizeOfficial Website β†—

#3061
Nationally
#28
In Mississippi
53%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$10,258
Annual Tuition
per year
31%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
721
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
47/100
Average
#3061 nationally
#28 in Mississippi
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes31
πŸ’°Affordability70
🎯Selectivity37
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth52

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Tougaloo College, a historically Black college and university, is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Tougaloo, Mississippi. With 721 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 53%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $10,258, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $14,937 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 31%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate53%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
1,976
Applied
1,051
Admitted
129
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$10,258/yr
Room & Board$8,944/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$19,679/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$10,258↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$14,937
$30,001 – $48,000$16,477
$48,001 – $75,000$22,333
$75,001 – $110,000$22,166
Over $110,000$22,316
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate31%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
721
Total Undergrads
60% F / 40% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 1%
Hispanic 2%
Black 89%
Asian 0%
Two or more 2%
International 0%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($10,258/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Small campus environment (721 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 31% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationTougaloo, Mississippi
SettingCity: Midsize
SizeUnder 1,000
HBCUYes
Affordability Spotlight
$14,937
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#28
in Mississippi out of 7+ colleges
#3061
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.