Athens State University is a public 4-year college in Athens, Alabama with 2,446 undergraduates.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Athens State University tuition, cost and net price
Athens State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- Former students earned a median of $54,648 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $17,322 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 32% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Athens State University majors and what graduates earn
Athens State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 31 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($102,639).
All 31 majors at Athens State University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Athens State University
7 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 7 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 60 | $79,793 | $30,559 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 30 | $57,255 | $30,286 |
| Human resources | Master's | 26 | n/a | $41,000 |
| Health administration | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 15 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,446 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 73% women, 27% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: town near a city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
How much do Athens State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $54,648 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.