Auburn University

Overview

Auburn University, located in Auburn, Alabama, is a public land-grant research institution established in 1856. The university's expansive campus features a blend of traditional and modern architectural styles and provides a variety of on-campus living options for students. Less than two hours from Atlanta, Georgia, Auburn is situated in a college town environment that complements its academic pursuits. The university has a broad spectrum of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, with notable strength in fields such as engineering, agriculture, and business. Auburn University is moderately selective in its admissions process. Additionally, the Auburn Tigers, the university's athletic teams, are well-regarded, particularly in football, where they compete in the NCAA Division I Southeastern Conference.

In the most recent statistical year 45,693 prospective students applied, and 19,988 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 5,303 enrolled in the school.  26,479 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,285 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $10,392 plus fees of $1,784. Auburn is ranked 307 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.