
Southeastern Louisiana University is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, commonly called SACSCOC. Institutional accreditation applies to the university as a whole; it is distinct from accreditation of an individual degree program.
Accreditation is relevant to eligibility for federal student aid and can matter when students seek to transfer credits or enter graduate study. It does not, by itself, guarantee that another college will accept a particular course or that a graduate will qualify for a professional license.
Students considering a regulated profession - especially nursing, teaching, counseling, or another licensed field - should check the specific program's current accreditation and the licensing rules in the state where they expect to work. Those requirements can be narrower than the university's institution-wide accreditation.
First-time undergraduate applicants generally need to submit an application and a secondary-school record showing high school completion or an accepted equivalent. Southeastern considers high school GPA and college-preparatory coursework; it is not an open-admission institution.
Reported admissions information indicates that SAT or ACT scores may be considered but are not universally required. A high share of enrolled first-time students submitted ACT scores, which should not be mistaken for a requirement applying to every applicant. Class rank and recommendation letters are neither required nor recommended in the reported general admissions profile. Applicants should follow the current instructions for their admission term, since testing rules and documentation can differ by applicant category.
English-language proficiency documentation is required for applicants to whom the university's English-proficiency policy applies. International applicants and students seeking entry into selective majors should check for additional records, prerequisite courses, or program deadlines. In a recent reporting period, about 99% of first-time applicants were admitted; that historical rate does not replace the published eligibility rules or predict an individual decision.
The reported undergraduate application fee for Southeastern Louisiana University is $20. Applicants should confirm the amount displayed for their application type and term before submitting payment, because fees can change and graduate or other applications may follow different procedures.
An application fee is separate from tuition, housing charges, and any orientation-related expense. Applicants who need a waiver should ask admissions about current eligibility and the required request process before paying or submitting an application that cannot be revised. A student should not assume that qualifying for financial aid automatically removes the application fee.
Army ROTC is available on Southeastern Louisiana University's campus. The program gives interested students a route to explore Army officer training alongside their academic studies.
Participation, scholarship eligibility, and commissioning are different decisions. Students should ask the Army ROTC program which introductory courses are open to them, when a formal commitment would arise, and what service obligations accompany any scholarship or commissioning path. Applicants interested in Air Force or Navy ROTC should verify any current cross-enrollment arrangement rather than assume those branches operate units at Southeastern.
Southeastern Louisiana University accepts transfer applicants and generally considers credits earned at other accredited institutions. Reported entry terms include fall, spring, and summer, but admission eligibility and the number of credits that will apply to a degree are separate questions.
Transfer applicants should expect to provide official transcripts from colleges attended. High school records or additional documentation may be necessary depending on completed college coursework and the applicant's circumstances. Minimum GPA rules, application dates, and prerequisites can also vary by program; a student entering nursing or education, for example, should check more than the general university admission standard.
The university reports accepting certain examination and evaluated learning credits, including CLEP subject examinations, DSST/DANTES, and some American Council on Education recommendations. Credit awarded does not necessarily fulfill a major requirement. Before enrolling, transfer students should request an official evaluation and compare it with their intended degree plan, paying particular attention to upper-level courses and any credits that must be completed at Southeastern.
Southeastern Louisiana University offers opportunities for students to pursue academic experiences abroad. The available destinations, lengths, and course offerings can change, so an interested student should evaluate the specific approved program rather than assume every major has the same options.
Short-term, faculty-led travel and longer study arrangements can differ substantially in cost and academic fit. Before committing, students should obtain approval for how overseas courses will count toward their degree and ask about program charges, travel expenses, insurance, and any financial aid or scholarships that may apply. Students in tightly sequenced majors should also check whether studying abroad would affect required courses or clinical placements.
39% of admitted students enrolled (2,408 of 6,212)
Regular application deadline
August 1Application fee
$20Early Decision
NoEarly Action
NoPercent of students submitting ACT scores
96%High school completions
General Educational Development (GED) requiredComputer required
NoComputer purchase/lease plan is available in the institution
NoSecondary school GPA
RequiredSecondary school rank
Neither required nor recommendedSecondary school record
RequiredCompletion of college-preparatory program
RequiredRecommendations
Neither required nor recommendedFormal demonstration of competencies
Neither required nor recommendedAdmission test scores
Considered but not requiredTOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language
RequiredOther Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)
Neither required nor recommendedOpen admission policy
NoDual credit
NoCredit for life experiences
YesAdvanced placement (AP) credits
YesOrientation program
YesROTC-Army
ROTC branch unit on campusStudy abroad
YesWeekend/evening college
YesStudent can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization
NoPreparation at another institution required
NoApproved by the state for initial certification or licensure of teacher
YesGenerally accepts credits
YesAccept ACE recommendation for credit
YesPossible transfer
Fall, Spring, SummerData last updated on November 5, 2026
Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026
Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.