Southern University's 512-acre campus sits on Scott's Bluff overlooking the Mississippi River in Baton Rouge, home to the Human Jukebox marching band and a National Register historic district, with first-year students housed in halls including Totty, Jones, and Shade.
Enrollment
7,483
Total Students
Freshman Class
—
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 10 - August 11, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
42%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Review your assigned move-in date and time before arriving on campus, and complete all enrollment requirements prior to move-in day. Arrive only during your designated time slot. Southern's campus, known as "the Bluff," has increased security monitoring in recent years - make sure friends and family know your whereabouts during move-in.
August 10 - August 11, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
Totty Hall
Traditional · Single-sex
First-year only - Photo coming soon
Jones Hall
Traditional · Single-sex
First-year only - Photo coming soon
Shade Hall
Traditional · Single-sex
First-year only
Housing Links
Links open Southern University and A&M College's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
Jag 365 Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - August 9, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$9,366
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
More Links
Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Southern University and A&M College.
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