Overview
Grambling State University was founded in 1901 as the Colored Industrial and Agricultural School, established to provide vocational training to African Americans in rural Louisiana. Over the decades it evolved into a comprehensive university, gaining particular fame under legendary football coach Eddie Robinson, who built one of the most storied programs in college football history and sent numerous players to the NFL. Grambling is also celebrated for its 'World Famed' Tiger Marching Band, one of the most recognized HBCU bands nationally. Today it operates as part of the University of Louisiana System, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees with strengths in nursing, business, education, and criminal justice.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Grambling, Louisiana |
| Founded | 1901 |
| Total students | 4,700 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 18:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 45% |
| Graduation rate | 35% |
| Average starting salary | $38,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $9,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,000 |
| Room & board | $10,500 |
| Average financial aid | $12,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 92% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 830-990 |
| ACT range | 16-19 |
| Average GPA | 2.80 |
| Regular deadline | August 1 |
Top Programs
- Nursing
- Business Administration
- Mass Communication
- Criminal Justice
- Education
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.