Tuskegee University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Tuskegee, Alabama with 2,630 undergraduates. It admits 49% of applicants, costs an average of $40,141 a year after grants and graduates 55% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Tuskegee University acceptance rate and admissions
Tuskegee University admitted 49% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024. The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Tuskegee University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $25 for U.S. applicants ($35 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Tuskegee University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Tuskegee University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $25,598 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,460 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $46,052 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $40,141 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $40,141 a year after grants and scholarships, $5,911 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Tuskegee University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Tuskegee University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 55% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $57,833 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,795 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 45% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Tuskegee University majors and what graduates earn
Tuskegee University awarded bachelor's degrees in 34 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from electrical engineering ($95,915).
All 34 majors at Tuskegee 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 Tuskegee University
23 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 23 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Medicine | Professional doctorate | 63 | $109,067 | n/a |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 15 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 14 | $61,815 | n/a |
| Animal science | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Doctoral | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Materials Engineering | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical engineering | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Plant and soil science | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Chemical engineering | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Physiology | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Public Policy Analysis | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Public Policy Analysis | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Materials Engineering | Doctoral | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,630 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 62% women, 38% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Tuskegee University?
Tuskegee University admitted 49% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Tuskegee University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $25,598. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $40,141 a year in 2024-25.
Is Tuskegee University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Tuskegee University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Tuskegee University?
55% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Tuskegee University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $57,833 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.