About Tougaloo College

Founded in 1869, Tougaloo College. is a Private college. Located in Mississippi, which is a city setting in Mississippi, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 843 full time undergraduate students, and 17 full time graduate students.

The Tougaloo College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 11:1. There are 70 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Tougaloo College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate51%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range850-1180
ACT Range16-24

Admissions at TC are considered Selective, with ,9% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 9 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Tougaloo College.

8%
“We”re apathetic”
25%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
17%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
17%
“We save it for the classroom”
8%
“Sometimes, but not often”
42%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
33%
“All the time, including weekends”
8%
“I”m always terrified”
17%
“I only go out in groups”
42%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
33%
“I feel extremely safe”
14%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
71%
“We bought the gear”
14%
“We live for the big game”
25%
“It”s not really our thing”
33%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
33%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
8%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
17%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
33%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
33%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
50%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
17%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
17%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
17%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
42%
“We only party on weekends”
25%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
42%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
42%
“There might be people who do”
17%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
8%
“We”re apathetic”
25%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
17%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
17%
“We save it for the classroom”
8%
“Sometimes, but not often”
42%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
33%
“All the time, including weekends”
8%
“I”m always terrified”
17%
“I only go out in groups”
42%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
33%
“I feel extremely safe”
14%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
71%
“We bought the gear”
14%
“We live for the big game”
25%
“It”s not really our thing”
33%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
33%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
8%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
17%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
33%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
33%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
50%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
17%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
17%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
17%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
42%
“We only party on weekends”
25%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
42%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
42%
“There might be people who do”
17%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Tougaloo College REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    31 Students rated on-campus housing 3.1 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    14 Students rated off-campus housing 3.3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    30 Students rated campus food 3.2 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    32 Students rated campus facilities 3.1 stars. 16 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    31 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 58 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    31 Students rated school activities 3.4 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    31 Students rated local services 3.8 stars. 52 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    31 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 55 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Tougaloo College?

13 Students rated Tougaloo College

DeEverett - 04/01/2021

Great college and institution. I enjoyed visiting and seeing the campus pictures. The school is a Historically Black College and University and I look forward to getting involved in the campus activities. The climate and culture are what brings me here.

Azarius - 01/12/2021

It’s perfect for me, easy to find people on the same page as you, everything is walking distance, and small classes which are great for asking questions. Being a student-athlete brings its own set of challenges but when game day comes, it is a break from the overwhelming feeling I sometimes get well going to class every single day. And to know that the whole campus will support you is an amazing feeling.

Azarius - 04/12/2020

Going to Tougaloo College, I have met so many interesting people and it is very easy to find to help I need. I visited my internship office and I was able to get help creating a resume, bio, and personal statement in a speedy manner and when I have gone searching for any help form any faculty member or staff member it has been easily accomplished.

Jordon - 05/30/2019

When I first decided I wanted to go to college, I never thought I would be attending one of such small proportions. Throughout my matriculation, I felt like such an outcast and like I couldn't relate to anyone. I spent my days alone, eating in empty classrooms as I cried. I felt like my teachers didn't care about me or just pitied me at the most. It was such a miserable experience that I never want to have to live through again. I thought to be in college would strengthen me, and I was right in some ways. I have grown because I have learned how to draw: my one main goal. For that, I am grateful.

Tougaloo College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Tougaloo College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Tougaloo College is 51%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    When I graduated from High School, my first thought was,"Now what?" I applied to my dream colleges and as the letters came, I realized I could not pay for any of them. So there I found myself, done with school and completely clueless about my next step. Thats how I landed at Cuyahoga Community College about four months later. Although I was not happy about the choice I felt I was forced into making, I attended class and tried my absolute best. What at first seemed like punishment, is now more like a blessing. At Cuyahoga Community College, I have forgotten the old me, the girl that thought that attending any college less than a four year university meant failure as a person. I have developed relationships that are worthwhile, with people that matter. I have learned so much from the professors and I feel my future is very bright because of this. I feel comfortable walking around campus, and very sure of my place in the classroom. Cuyahoga Community College has changed my life for the better, and I honestly cannot picture myself anywhere else.

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  3. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Tougaloo College is a historically Black, small, private, liberal arts college located in the nothern tip of Jackson, MS.

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  4. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are very helpful when giving advice about something and supportive in the decisions I have chosen to make.

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  5. What's unique about your campus?

    The School is diverse and open to new things. They are always expanding and taking new suggestions.

    Read all  5 answers

  6. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A person who wants to be the best academically, loves to be around people and be a part of a community, as well as one who likes to engage in fun activities and community service.

    Read all  5 answers

  7. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    medical

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  8. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Tougaloo has great academic excellence and is ready to prosper into greater material.

    Read all  4 answers

  9. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about Tougaloo College is that there are insufficient funds available for students. Alarge percentage of students must take out loans to cover the cost of school.

    Read all  4 answers

  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    A person who is not prepared to work hard or is not interested in succeeding academically. Also, a person who does not like small schools or being a small community like environment.

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  11. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    the feeling of closeness from students and faculty

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  12. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Tougaloo College does not have a football team or a band. Most historically black colleges and universities draw in students with these recreational actitivies. It would be nice to be able to get friends and family together to cheer on the Bulldogs (Tougaloo's mascot) at a big football game or see our band in a parade. However, there are others actitivies on campus that we can be proud of such as our baseball team and concert choir.

    Read all  3 answers

  13. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I had known that resources at the school needed more improvement.

    Read all  2 answers

  14. What are the academics like at your school?

    academically i am exceeding in my classes but there is still room for improvement

    Read all  1 answers

  15. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    SGA Lunch Flag football and School games

    Read all  1 answers

  16. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    This school gives their students many educational options but not a too exciting campus.

    Read all  1 answers

Student Body

Students

66%

female

34%

male

843

Total Undergrad Enrollment

17

Total Grad Students

29%

Out-Of-State

70%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

52

Student Organizations

4

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

71%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
N/A
% Black or African-American
98%
% Hispanic/Latino
N/A
% White or Caucasian
N/A

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

99% of students attending Tougaloo College receive some sort of financial aid. 90% were awarded federal grants. While 73% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$10,600

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,300

Books and Supplies

$6,400

Room and Board

18,300

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$12,747
$30 - $48K
$13,502
$48 - $75K
$16,368
$75 - $110K
$19,902
$110K & UP
$20,520

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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