Tougaloo College Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Tougaloo College is a private research university in Tougaloo, Mississippi, enrolling about 639 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 59.85% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $34,724 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $12,407
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,043 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 59.85% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 639 94.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 33.11%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
- First-Generation Students: 29.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 1.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 95.3%
- Average ACT Score: 19
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,864
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,976
- Room & Board: $8,924 annual estimate
Tougaloo College: what the data shows
Common questions about Tougaloo College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Tougaloo College?
Tougaloo College is located in Tougaloo, MS (ZIP 39174).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Tougaloo College public or private?
Tougaloo College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Tougaloo College cost?
Published tuition: $12,407.
Average net price after aid: $17,043.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $17,294 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,523 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,744 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $14,396 |
| $110,001+ | $16,266 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $49,628.
How hard is it to get into Tougaloo College?
Admission rate: 59.85%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 19.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Tougaloo College?
Total enrollment: 639 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,864 students.
Graduate enrollment: 15 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Tougaloo College?
150%-time completion rate: 33.11%.
First-year retention: 83.2%.
What do graduates of Tougaloo College earn?
Median earnings: $25,777 six years after entry; $34,724 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $30,046.
62.73% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Tougaloo College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (21 completions)
- Economics, General (15 completions)
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Other (12 completions)
- Psychology, General (12 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (11 completions)
- History, General (9 completions)
- Mass Communication/Media Studies (8 completions)
- Political Science and Government, General (7 completions)
- Education, Other (5 completions)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other (4 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Tougaloo College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 59.85%; completion rate 33.11%; median earnings $34,724 at 10 years; net price $17,043. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$12,407
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Tougaloo College was $12,407.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,043
2024 Value
In 2024 Tougaloo College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,043.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$68,172 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,043 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$49,628 4-Year Tuition
$8,924 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,582 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$22,913 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$91,652 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Tougaloo College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
62.73% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
60.20% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Tougaloo College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Tougaloo College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $10,227 | $10,227 | $11,263 |
| 2014 | $10,218 | $10,218 | $13,067 |
| 2015 | $10,608 | $10,608 | $13,117 |
| 2016 | $10,600 | $10,600 | $14,113 |
| 2017 | $10,600 | $10,600 | $11,623 |
| 2018 | $10,600 | $10,600 | $14,262 |
| 2019 | $10,861 | $10,861 | $14,609 |
| 2020 | $10,861 | $10,861 | $13,382 |
| 2021 | $10,861 | $10,861 | $9,359 |
| 2022 | $10,861 | $10,861 | $15,820 |
| 2023 | $11,398 | $11,398 | $15,663 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
59.85% Acceptance Rate
1,976 Total Applicants
1,051 Students Admitted
129 First-Time Students Enrolled
12.27% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 19
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Tougaloo College reported total enrollment of about 639 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 42% male and 58% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (86.7%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.8%), and Non-Resident Alien (2.2%). About 62.73% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 29.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Tougaloo College in 2024 is 639 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,864 students. Graduate enrollment is about 15 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
83.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 86.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
27.81% 100% Completion Time
33.11% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 27.81% of students graduating from Tougaloo College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 10% male / 90% female
- Economics, General: 60% male / 40% female
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Other: 67% male / 33% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Tougaloo College.
Return on Investment
$30,046 Median Student Debt
$34,724 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
86.53% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
409.36% Return on Investment
8.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Tougaloo College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 23 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 21 completions
2. Economics, General: 15 completions
3. Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Other: 12 completions
4. Psychology, General: 12 completions
5. Elementary Education and Teaching: 11 completions
6. History, General: 9 completions
7. Mass Communication/Media Studies: 8 completions
8. Political Science and Government, General: 7 completions
9. Education, Other: 5 completions
Most popular programs at Tougaloo College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Tougaloo College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Tougaloo College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 95.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $4,012
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,291
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Tougaloo College is a private non-profit institution located in Tougaloo, MS, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Economics, General, Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Other. Enrollment is approximately 639 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (86.7%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.8%), Non-Resident Alien (2.2%). The admission rate is 59.85%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 19. The 150%-time completion rate is 33.11%. Approximately 62.73% of students receive Pell Grants. About 29.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Location
Tougaloo, MS 39174
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 33.11% graduation rate at Tougaloo College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tougaloo College located?
Tougaloo College is located in Tougaloo, MS.
What is Tougaloo College's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Tougaloo College is 59.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,976 applicants and 1,051 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Tougaloo College cost?
Reported tuition is $12,407 and average net price is $17,043 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,924 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Tougaloo College?
Tougaloo College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,864 students, Black or African American (86.7%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Tougaloo College?
About 29.8% of students at Tougaloo College are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Tougaloo College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Tougaloo College reports midpoint ACT about 19.
What do graduates of Tougaloo College earn?
Median earnings are $25,777 six years after entry and $34,724 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Tougaloo College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 33.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Tougaloo College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $30,046.
Is Tougaloo College public or private?
Tougaloo College is a private nonprofit institution located in Tougaloo, MS.
Is Tougaloo College an HBCU?
Yes. Tougaloo College is flagged as a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in IPEDS.
Is Tougaloo College a tribal college?
No. Tougaloo College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Mississippi college costs
- Mississippi colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Mississippi
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.