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Selma University

Selma, Alabama 36701

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Selma University is a private town institution in Selma, Alabama. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 34 undergraduates with a 3:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

24% of students graduate within four years.

Established
1878
Type
Private, HBCU, Bible college
Acceptance
SAT Avg
34Students
3:1Student:Faculty
24%Grad Rate
Earnings 10yr

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Selma University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$4,800
Room & Board$3,600
Books & Supplies$800

Financial Intel

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

100.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Programs (8)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
34
Gender Split
41% / 59%
Women / Men
First Generation
62%
Pell Grant Recipients
0%

Race & Ethnicity

Black 100%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate24.0%

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
Forbes
#52

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

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)

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