Undergraduate News

Rising to the Challenge: Academic Year in Review 2025-26

The Tulane School of Professional Advancement's 2025-26 Academic Year in Review is now live, highlighting the stories, achievements and memorable moments that shaped the past year.
Photos: From the stage to the celebration

Relive the excitement, celebration and unforgettable moments from the 2026 School of Professional Advancement Diploma Ceremony in our photo gallery.
SoPA grad proves that it’s never too late to start

Katina McGinnis’s journey back to college began with a simple but powerful question from her son: “Mom, you always wanted to go back to school. What are you waiting for?”
Tulane 34 honor bestowed upon three SoPA grads

Each year, Tulane University recognizes 34 exceptional graduates with one of the university’s highest student honors. Among this year’s recipients are three students from the Tulane School of Professional Advancement.
Tulane announces transfer pathway partnership with Campus

The Tulane School of Professional Advancement (SoPA) has announced a new partnership with Campus, an innovative community college focused on accessible associate degree programs to establish a transfer pathway designed to help Campus graduates seamlessly continue their education at Tulane.
Top 5 headlines of 2025

From student achievements to milestone moments across our programs, these five stories capture the innovation, impact and community that defined SoPA in 2025.
5 reasons to contact your financial aid counselor

Tulane SoPA’s Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Katie Swan, shares five reasons students should utilize their financial aid counselor.
Tulane SoPA accepting applications for Student Advisory Board

Tulane University’s School of Professional Advancement (SoPA) is now accepting applications for its Dean’s Student Advisory Board, a group created to give students a direct voice in shaping the school’s programs, services and operations.
New McGrail Scholarship provides support to active duty, veteran students at Tulane SoPA

The fund provides $45,000 of financial support over five years for active duty, reserve, National Guard, and honorably discharged veteran students from any U.S. uniformed service pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies through Tulane SoPA programs.