Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Birmingham, Alabama |
| Online | bsc.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Located in Birmingham, Alabama, Birmingham Southern College is a small four year private college offering undergraduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the United Methodist faith. In the most recent statistical year 2,461 prospective students applied, and 1,622 were granted admission. Of those admitted 244 enrolled in the school. 1,041 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 17 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $18,850 plus fees of $1,250. Birmingham Southern College is ranked 296 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Birmingham Southern College is rated within the top 37% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Birmingham Southern College within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#296 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#209 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Alabama
#2 in Best Private Colleges in Alabama
#373 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Alabama
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1090/1240 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.72 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,250 |
| Room and Board | $13,600 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,770 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,470 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 22% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 11% |
| Biology | 11% |
| General Studies | 7% |
| History | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=100937 IPEDS survey data for Birmingham Southern College.
Current students may use the Birmingham Southern College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.