University of Montevallo is a public 4-year college in Montevallo, Alabama with 2,151 undergraduates. It admits 54% of applicants, costs an average of $18,760 a year after grants and graduates 56% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Montevallo acceptance rate and admissions
University of Montevallo admitted 54% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
University of Montevallo tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $14,416 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $27,886 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,510 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $29,520 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $18,760 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $18,760 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,760 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 University of Montevallo's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Montevallo graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 56% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $46,010 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 49% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of Montevallo majors and what graduates earn
University of Montevallo awarded bachelor's degrees in 29 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($57,747).
All 29 majors at University of Montevallo
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 University of Montevallo
8 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 8 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 46 | $43,213 | $41,000 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 41 | $50,807 | $27,000 |
| Business administration | Master's | 32 | $51,988 | $20,389 |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 20 | $55,068 | $45,023 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,151 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 60% women, 41% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: town near a city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Montevallo?
University of Montevallo admitted 54% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Montevallo cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $14,416 for in-state students and $27,886 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $18,760 a year in 2024-25.
Is University of Montevallo test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Montevallo reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of Montevallo?
56% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Montevallo graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $46,010 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.