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University of Mobile

Mobile, Alabama 36613-2842

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

Campus Vibe

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Known for business — close-knit campus

University of Mobile is a private institution in Mobile with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1220, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.1K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,611 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,603.

Established
1961
Motto
Higher Education for a Higher Purpose
Mascot
Mac the Ram
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of

Plan Your Visit

73%Acceptance
1220SAT Avg
1,079Students
13:1Student:Faculty
56%Grad Rate
$43,611Earnings 10yr
$19,603Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate72.5%

ACT Score Range

Composite
2127

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

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$26,120
Room & Board$10,676
Books & Supplies$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance$38,731
Average Net Price$19,603
Median Debt at Graduation$26,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$281

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,222
$30–48K$18,260
$48–75K$18,493
$75–110K$23,561
$110K+$23,547

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

Debt & Aid Detail

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

57.0%

Median Debt at Grad

$19,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

6

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (48)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

72%

Mixed

Student Body

Undergrads
1,079
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
32%
Pell Grant Recipients
30%

Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Black 18%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 1%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate55.5%
Freshman Retention71.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$37,411
10 Years$43,611

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

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Rams

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History & Fun Facts

  • History Bedsole Library The university was founded in 1961 by the Alabama Baptist State Convention under the name of Mobile College.
  • In 1993, the college was renamed University of Mobile in reference to its location in Mobile County, not to be confused with the City of Mobile.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

88Low

Estimated from AL state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 0"Sunny days: 240Rainy days: 85

Nearest Cities

New Orleanspop. 380K
130 mi(225 min)
Atlantapop. 500K
299 mi(518 min)
Nashvillepop. 690K
379 mi(657 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MSY New Orleans138 mi
BHM Birmingham208 mi
ATL Atlanta292 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1235 mi · ~35h 41m drive
New York, NY1045 mi · ~30h 11m drive
Hartford, CT1144 mi · ~33h 3m drive
Providence, RI1199 mi · ~34h 38m drive
Albany, NY1139 mi · ~32h 54m drive
Syracuse, NY1072 mi · ~30h 58m drive
Rochester, NY1031 mi · ~29h 47m drive
Buffalo, NY978 mi · ~28h 15m drive
Philadelphia, PA965 mi · ~27h 53m drive
Pittsburgh, PA807 mi · ~23h 19m drive
Harrisburg, PA909 mi · ~26h 16m drive
Newark, NJ1039 mi · ~30h 1m drive
Washington, DC841 mi · ~24h 18m drive
Baltimore, MD876 mi · ~25h 18m drive
Atlanta, GA299 mi · ~8h 38m drive
Charlotte, NC521 mi · ~15h 3m drive
Raleigh, NC647 mi · ~18h 41m drive
Miami, FL595 mi · ~17h 11m drive
Orlando, FL434 mi · ~12h 32m drive
Tampa, FL394 mi · ~11h 23m drive
Nashville, TN379 mi · ~10h 57m drive
New Orleans, LA130 mi · ~3h 45m drive
Richmond, VA768 mi · ~22h 11m drive
Chicago, IL766 mi · ~22h 8m drive
Detroit, MI845 mi · ~24h 25m drive
Minneapolis, MN1019 mi · ~29h 26m drive
St. Louis, MO554 mi · ~16h drive
Kansas City, MO680 mi · ~19h 39m drive
Indianapolis, IN630 mi · ~18h 12m drive
Columbus, OH696 mi · ~20h 6m drive
Cleveland, OH822 mi · ~23h 45m drive
Milwaukee, WI846 mi · ~24h 26m drive
Dallas, TX527 mi · ~15h 13m drive
Houston, TX438 mi · ~12h 39m drive
Austin, TX573 mi · ~16h 33m drive
San Antonio, TX626 mi · ~18h 5m drive
Los Angeles, CA1764 mi · ~50h 58m drive
San Francisco, CA2004 mi · ~57h 54m drive
San Diego, CA1706 mi · ~49h 17m drive
Seattle, WA2143 mi · ~61h 55m drive
Portland, OR2112 mi · ~61h 1m drive
Denver, CO1131 mi · ~32h 40m drive
Phoenix, AZ1410 mi · ~40h 44m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1493 mi · ~43h 8m drive
Honolulu, HI4311 mi · ~124h 32m drive
Deep South / Subtropical (warm winters, hot summers)

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