Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Tuscaloosa, Alabama |
| Online | ua.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, The University of Alabama is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 42,421 prospective students applied, and 33,472 were granted admission. Of those admitted 7,593 enrolled in the school. 31,895 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,421 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $10,780 plus fees of $840. Alabama is ranked 363 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Alabama is rated within the top 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for The University of Alabama within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#363 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#115 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Alabama
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Alabama
#240 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Alabama
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1070/1370 |
| ACT | 21/31 |
| GPA | 3.76 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Apr 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Alabama Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $840 |
| Room and Board | $13,934 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,670 |
| Total One Year Cost | $31,024 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $840 |
| Room and Board | $13,934 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,670 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,494 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 29% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Communication | 9% |
| Work and Family Studies | 7% |
| Engineering | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=100751 IPEDS survey data for The University of Alabama.
Current students may use the The University of Alabama GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.