Known for business — major research university
The University of Alabama is a public institution in Tuscaloosa with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1287, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 32.3K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
74% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,221 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,150.
Established
1820
Mascot
Big Al
Type
Public research university
Conference
Southeastern Conference of the NCAA's Division I
Division
Division I
76%Acceptance
1287SAT Avg
32,323Students
19:1Student:Faculty
74%Grad Rate
$59,221Earnings 10yr
$22,150Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate75.8%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1287
Reading & WritingMid: 610
590700
MathMid: 610
580700
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 26
2431
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$11,900
Tuition (out-of-state)$33,200
Room & Board$14,840
Books & Supplies$800
Total Cost of Attendance$32,024
Average Net Price$22,150
Median Debt at Graduation$22,750
Monthly Payment (10yr)$241
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$18,592
$30–48K$19,928
$48–75K$23,056
$75–110K$25,396
$110K+$25,773
Programs (200)
Student Body
Undergrads
32,323
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
23%
Pell Grant Recipients
18%
Race & Ethnicity
White 72%
Black 11%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate73.7%
Freshman Retention86.1%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$52,233
8 Years$56,012
10 Years$59,221
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$45,100
Men
$59,100
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Alabama Crimson
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia