The University of Alabama is a public 4-year college in Tuscaloosa, Alabama with 33,227 undergraduates. It admits 77% of applicants, costs an average of $20,202 a year after grants and graduates 74% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
The University of Alabama acceptance rate and admissions
The University of Alabama admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024. 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 (reading and writing 590 to 690, math 580 to 710). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
The University of Alabama application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $50 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on The University of Alabama’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.
The University of Alabama tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $12,484 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $35,342 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $15,116 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $33,924 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $20,202 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $20,202 a year after grants and scholarships, $13,722 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run The University of Alabama's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
The University of Alabama graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 74% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $66,081 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $21,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 33% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
The University of Alabama majors and what graduates earn
The University of Alabama awarded bachelor's degrees in 71 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($115,980).
All 71 majors at The University of Alabama
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and information sciences | 108 | $84,817 | $115,980 | $19,500 |
| Management information systems | 134 | $80,026 | $105,393 | $23,250 |
| Chemical engineering | 123 | $81,197 | $100,857 | $20,500 |
| Electrical engineering | 48 | $84,501 | $98,943 | $22,027 |
| Mechanical engineering | 231 | $81,064 | $95,079 | $21,000 |
| Aerospace engineering | 92 | $79,759 | $91,999 | $21,750 |
| Civil engineering | 98 | $74,598 | $87,685 | $22,625 |
| Accounting | 263 | $65,290 | $87,621 | $21,875 |
| Nursing | 360 | $80,382 | $85,532 | $20,500 |
| Finance | 549 | $62,101 | $85,020 | $19,753 |
| Business analytics and operations research | 101 | $64,525 | $79,811 | $23,250 |
| Mathematics | 88 | $54,703 | $77,899 | $21,700 |
| Marketing | 515 | $56,341 | $77,451 | $21,500 |
| Business administration | 210 | $55,404 | $69,715 | $22,485 |
| Public relations and advertising | 299 | $46,569 | $68,227 | $23,201 |
| Family and Consumer Economics and Related Studies | 47 | $52,834 | $65,674 | $20,634 |
| Political science | 220 | $43,972 | $61,617 | $21,250 |
| Communication | 168 | $49,758 | $61,548 | $19,625 |
| Graphic and industrial design | 61 | $50,972 | $60,546 | $25,000 |
| Biology | 223 | $38,330 | $59,637 | $24,250 |
| Family and consumer sciences | 111 | $43,931 | $57,205 | $23,250 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services | 104 | $40,593 | $57,002 | $25,000 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 70 | $52,329 | $56,945 | $21,500 |
| Speech-language pathology | 70 | $29,217 | $56,071 | $19,000 |
| Radio, TV and digital media | 93 | $36,978 | $55,894 | $23,250 |
| International relations | 31 | $44,620 | $55,419 | $26,000 |
| Journalism | 90 | $43,149 | $55,043 | $23,250 |
| Apparel and Textiles | 35 | $54,061 | $54,254 | $23,250 |
| Teacher education by subject | 14 | $34,945 | $53,940 | $26,000 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 27 | n/a | $53,616 | $20,500 |
| Hospitality management | 83 | $50,760 | $53,180 | $25,000 |
| Environmental science | 46 | $35,325 | $52,619 | $18,875 |
| Dance | 37 | $27,783 | $51,744 | $26,000 |
| Public health | 154 | $38,855 | $51,588 | $23,250 |
| Special education | 33 | $44,987 | $50,763 | $20,750 |
| History | 102 | $39,677 | $50,213 | $20,064 |
| Psychology | 353 | $33,573 | $49,900 | $21,500 |
| Social work | 66 | $35,828 | $49,561 | $23,250 |
| Geography | 0 | n/a | $49,269 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 112 | $45,632 | $49,007 | $21,500 |
| Human development and family studies | 121 | $41,257 | $45,751 | $25,000 |
| English | 91 | $35,138 | $44,278 | $21,375 |
| Fine and studio arts | 31 | $31,889 | $41,100 | $26,169 |
| Anthropology | 28 | n/a | $35,701 | $19,125 |
| Music | 42 | $31,012 | $31,666 | $19,700 |
| Criminology | 301 | $40,079 | n/a | $20,500 |
| Business | 275 | $50,440 | n/a | $21,500 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 260 | n/a | n/a | $20,814 |
| Economics | 187 | $64,124 | n/a | $23,000 |
| Chemistry | 49 | n/a | n/a | $24,250 |
| Romance languages | 31 | n/a | n/a | $22,500 |
| Linguistics | 29 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer engineering | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 21 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction Engineering | 20 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geography and Environmental Studies | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geology and earth sciences | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 15 | $32,350 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental engineering | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | 13 | $30,488 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Materials engineering | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Architectural Engineering | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Area Studies | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Neuroscience | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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 The University of Alabama
114 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 114 graduate programs
Students and location
- 33,227 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 56% women, 44% men
- 19 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at The University of Alabama?
The University of Alabama admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does The University of Alabama cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $12,484 for in-state students and $35,342 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $20,202 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for The University of Alabama?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 590 to 690 in reading and writing and 580 to 710 in math, and 24 to 31 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is The University of Alabama test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, The University of Alabama reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Alabama?
74% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do The University of Alabama graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $66,081 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.