Known for health sciences — excellent value
University of South Alabama is a public institution in Mobile with particular strength in health sciences and biology. With an average SAT of 1119, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 8.5K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
53% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,379 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,142.
Established
1963
Motto
"Research, Teaching, Service"
Mascot
South PawMiss Pawla
Type
Public research university
Conference
Sun Belt Conference with 17 varsity sports
Campus Visits
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65%Acceptance
1119SAT Avg
8,540Students
18:1Student:Faculty
53%Grad Rate
$49,379Earnings 10yr
$15,142Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate65.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1119
Reading & WritingMid: 555
520610
MathMid: 545
495590
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1926
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$9,676
Tuition (out-of-state)$18,652
Room & Board$8,830
Books & Supplies$2,020
Total Cost of Attendance$22,070
Average Net Price$15,142
Median Debt at Graduation$24,929
Monthly Payment (10yr)$264
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,148
$30–48K$11,633
$48–75K$15,456
$75–110K$21,143
$110K+$21,878
Programs (113)
Student Body
Undergrads
8,540
Gender Split
62% / 38%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
37%
Race & Ethnicity
White 61%
Black 22%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 4%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate52.6%
Freshman Retention76.3%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$41,307
8 Years$44,838
10 Years$49,379
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$39,300
Men
$59,000
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Source: Wikipedia