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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans vs Southern University and A & M College

DNP programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Southern University and A & M College
$10,658 vs $13,089

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Southern University and A & M College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeDNPDNP
Formatin personin person
LocationNew Orleans, LABaton Rouge, LA
Length36 months36 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate49.9%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$13,089 in / $25,362 out$10,658 in / $17,104 outBEST
In-state tuition$13,089$10,658BEST
Out-of-state tuition$25,362$17,104BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans or Southern University and A & M College?

Southern University and A & M College is the more affordable option at roughly $10,658, compared to $13,089. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans and Southern University and A & M College the same type of program?

Both are DNP programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans and Southern University and A & M College?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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