Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Auburn University, Alabama |
| Online | auburn.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Auburn University, located in east-central Alabama approximately 60 miles east of Montgomery, is the state's second-largest public institution. The campus spans 1,841 acres and features a blend of traditional and modern architecture, including the distinctive Samford Hall with its iconic clock tower. Founded in 1856 as the East Alabama Male College, Auburn evolved from a private Methodist institution to become Alabama's first land-grant university under the Morrill Act. The university is recognized for its engineering, architecture, and veterinary medicine programs, while also maintaining strong offerings in business and agriculture. Auburn's campus is predominantly residential, with most first-year students living in university housing, and the institution competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Tigers in the Southeastern Conference, with notable success in football and swimming programs.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Auburn is rated within the top 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Auburn University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#300 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#83 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Alabama
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Alabama
#442 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Value Colleges in Alabama
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1240/1380 |
| ACT | 25/31 |
| GPA | 3.97 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Alabama Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,832 |
| Room and Board | $15,396 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,166 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,298 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,832 |
| Room and Board | $15,396 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,166 |
| Total One Year Cost | $56,706 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 22% |
| Engineering | 14% |
| Education | 10% |
| Communication | 6% |
| Biology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=100858 IPEDS survey data for Auburn University.
Current students may use the Auburn University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025