The mission of the Graduate School is to serve the University its faculty and students, the nation, and the world by producing intellectually stimulated individuals who possess advanced knowledge in their fields and are prepared to excel in their future careers. The Graduate School offers over 25 graduate programs and six doctoral programs, with a total enrollment of over 1,200 (including students from 20 foreign countries). The office of Graduate Studies is working to increase Southern University’s visibility in graduate education with foundations, private and governmental agencies.

Dr. Joseph A. Meyinsse
Interim Dean of Graduate Studies
Room 1045 Harris Hall
Phone: 225/771-5390
Fax: 225/771-5723
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Email: Graduate School - Southern University