College comparison

Lincoln University vs Southern University at New Orleans

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA	Southern University at New Orleans New Orleans, LA
Acceptance rateLincoln University is more selective	66%	79%
SAT (25–75)	820–960	820–1050
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,539	1,055
Avg net price	$14,977	$14,810
Median earnings (10 yr)Lincoln University reports higher median earnings	$43,167	$34,042
Graduation rate	44%	13%
Median debt	$28,250	$31,000
Economic mobility	—	3.6%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public

Quick answers

Is Lincoln University or Southern University at New Orleans harder to get into?

Lincoln University is more selective: Lincoln University's acceptance rate is approximately 66% and Southern University at New Orleans's is approximately 79% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Lincoln University vs Southern University at New Orleans?

The middle-50% SAT range is 820–960 at Lincoln University and 820–1050 at Southern University at New Orleans. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.