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Faulkner University

Faulkner

Montgomery, Alabama 36109-3390

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Faulkner University is a private urban institution in Montgomery, Alabama. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1016.

A small campus of 1.6K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,457 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,165.

Established
1942
Motto
For God and For You
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division I

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66%Acceptance
1016SAT Avg
1,555Students
13:1Student:Faculty
38%Grad Rate
$43,457Earnings 10yr
$21,165Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Faulkner University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate66.1%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1016

Reading & WritingMid: 550
463585
MathMid: 548
423550

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 20
1723

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

66.1%

Trend

SAT Avg

1016

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$23,920
Room & Board$8,020
Books & Supplies$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance$36,910
Average Net Price$21,165
Median Debt at Graduation$23,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$244

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$21,012
$30–48K$16,987
$48–75K$27,967
$75–110K$31,335
$110K+$31,706

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

42.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

11

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

3

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (55)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

70%

Negative
  • •70% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,555
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
43%
Pell Grant Recipients
44%

Race & Ethnicity

White 45%
Black 40%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 1%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate37.7%
Freshman Retention70.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$37,313
10 Years$43,457

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#120
↑1
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History The university was founded in 1942 by Rex Turner, Leonard Johnson and Joe Greer as "Montgomery Bible School".
  • •In 1953 the school's name was changed to "Alabama Christian College" (ACC).
  • •In 1965, the college was moved to its present location on Atlanta Highway.
  • •The year 1975 marked the beginning of the school's satellite campuses in Mobile, Huntsville and Birmingham.
  • •In 1985, the school was renamed "Faulkner University" in honor of James H.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

BHM Birmingham87 mi
ATL Atlanta135 mi
BNA Nashville260 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1078 mi · ~31h 9m drive
New York, NY888 mi · ~25h 39m drive
Hartford, CT987 mi · ~28h 31m drive
Providence, RI1042 mi · ~30h 6m drive
Albany, NY983 mi · ~28h 24m drive
Syracuse, NY918 mi · ~26h 31m drive
Rochester, NY879 mi · ~25h 24m drive
Buffalo, NY829 mi · ~23h 57m drive
Philadelphia, PA807 mi · ~23h 19m drive
Pittsburgh, PA655 mi · ~18h 55m drive
Harrisburg, PA752 mi · ~21h 43m drive
Newark, NJ882 mi · ~25h 29m drive
Washington, DC684 mi · ~19h 46m drive
Baltimore, MD718 mi · ~20h 45m drive
Atlanta, GA142 mi · ~4h 6m drive
Charlotte, NC366 mi · ~10h 34m drive
Raleigh, NC493 mi · ~14h 15m drive
Miami, FL584 mi · ~16h 52m drive
Orlando, FL392 mi · ~11h 19m drive
Tampa, FL380 mi · ~10h 59m drive
Nashville, TN263 mi · ~7h 36m drive
New Orleans, LA283 mi · ~8h 11m drive
Richmond, VA611 mi · ~17h 39m drive
Chicago, IL661 mi · ~19h 6m drive
Detroit, MI709 mi · ~20h 29m drive
Minneapolis, MN949 mi · ~27h 25m drive
St. Louis, MO486 mi · ~14h 2m drive
Kansas City, MO659 mi · ~19h 2m drive
Indianapolis, IN510 mi · ~14h 44m drive
Columbus, OH553 mi · ~15h 59m drive
Cleveland, OH677 mi · ~19h 33m drive
Milwaukee, WI742 mi · ~21h 26m drive
Dallas, TX616 mi · ~17h 48m drive
Houston, TX571 mi · ~16h 30m drive
Austin, TX695 mi · ~20h 5m drive
San Antonio, TX756 mi · ~21h 50m drive
Los Angeles, CA1847 mi · ~53h 21m drive
San Francisco, CA2067 mi · ~59h 43m drive
San Diego, CA1796 mi · ~51h 53m drive
Seattle, WA2155 mi · ~62h 15m drive
Portland, OR2135 mi · ~61h 41m drive
Denver, CO1162 mi · ~33h 34m drive
Phoenix, AZ1498 mi · ~43h 17m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1531 mi · ~44h 14m drive
Honolulu, HI4404 mi · ~127h 14m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Birmingham (BHM)87 miles
Rental car
131 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
174 min$104-174
Atlanta (ATL)135 miles
Rental car
203 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
270 min$162-270

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