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The University of Alabama

Public
Tuscaloosa, AL
City
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Estimated Net Cost
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$22k

Estimated Post Grad Salary
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$55k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent
The University of Alabama is a public university located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, founded in 1831. Known for its strong athletics program, particularly in football, it has a national reputation for its school spirit and game day traditions. The university's campus is home to the historic Denny Chimes bell tower, which plays a role in many campus events and celebrations.

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      Tuition and Costs

      Most Recent Tuition Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at The University of Alabama: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at The University of Alabama. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Yearly4 years
      Tuition and Fees
      Average Tuition, including fees before grants and scholarships.
       
      $11,900$47,600
      Room and Board
      This is the average, based on staying on-campus
       
      $14,840$59,360
      Books and Supplies
      The expenditure on books and supplies for an average student at The University of Alabama
       
      $800$3,200
      Other expenses
      The amount of money (estimated by the financial aid office at The University of Alabama) needed by a student to cover expenses such as laundry, transportation, entertainment, and furnishings.
       
      $5,842$26,392
      Sticker Price$33,382$136,552

      Historical Tuition Costs

      Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $429 per year over the next three years, reaching $13,290 in 2024, and $13,719 in 2025, and $14,148 in 2026.

      Return On Education

      Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

      RoEDU
      No Data
      University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis stands in the premier league, positioned within the top institutions for return on education, delivering unparalleled value and setting its graduates on a path to remarkable success.

      Admissions

      The University of Alabama admissions is not very selective with an acceptance rate of 80%. Typically, admitted students score between 1130-1410 on the SAT or 23-31 on the ACT. The application deadline can be found the the institutions website.

      80%Admission Rate
      73%Graduation Rate

      Admissions Requirements

      SAT Range
      1130 - 1410
      ACT Range23 - 31
      High School GPA

      N/A

      Key dates

      Application DeadlineSee college website
      Early Decision DateSee college website
      Early Action DateSee college website

      Majors & Degrees

      Sciences⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Consumer SciencesN/A$58k
      GeologyN/A$0k
      PsychologyN/A$0k
      History⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Political ScienceN/A$0k
      CartographyN/A$0k
      Social Work⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Student CounselingN/A$0k
      Family StudiesN/A$0k
      Health⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      NutritionN/A$0k
      RehabilitationN/A$0k
      Biology⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      EcologyN/A$0k
      Mathematics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      StatisticsN/A$0k
      Medical⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Mental HealthN/A$0k
      Registered Nursing (RN)N/A$101k
      Business⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Business Managerial EconomicsN/A$0k
      FinanceN/A$0k
      MarketingN/A$56k
      TaxationN/A$0k
      Management⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Management Information Systems (MIS)N/A$0k

      Student Life

      Key information regarding The University of Alabama's total enrollment and faculty.

      Student Breakdown

      Total Enrollment8,279
      Full-time Students8,215
      Part-time Students64

      Faculty

      Faculty-Student Ratio:19:1
      Full-Time FacultyN/A
      Part-Time FacultyN/A

      Reviews and Ratings

      For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about The University of Alabama. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

      Tuition Covered Rating
      (4.5)
      Niche
      (4.0)
      US News
      (5.0)

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