University of North Alabama is a public 4-year college in Florence, Alabama with 5,811 undergraduates. It admits 87% of applicants, costs an average of $17,850 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 North Alabama acceptance rate and admissions
University of North Alabama admitted 87% 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 North Alabama tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $12,480 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $22,680 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,650 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $28,880 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $17,850 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $17,850 a year after grants and scholarships, $11,030 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 North Alabama's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of North Alabama 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 $50,557 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,933 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 39% 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 North Alabama majors and what graduates earn
University of North Alabama awarded bachelor's degrees in 42 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($80,423).
All 42 majors at University of North Alabama
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and information sciences | 37 | $44,876 | $80,423 | $17,968 |
| Physical Sciences, Other | 2 | n/a | $78,082 | n/a |
| Management information systems | 18 | $50,125 | $75,870 | n/a |
| Nursing | 162 | $68,788 | $74,550 | $21,000 |
| Chemistry | 4 | n/a | $72,885 | n/a |
| Accounting | 34 | $50,635 | $56,814 | $21,375 |
| Biology | 45 | $35,517 | $52,979 | $26,000 |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 62 | $37,084 | $52,044 | $19,105 |
| Finance | 39 | $48,743 | $51,994 | n/a |
| Business administration | 84 | $45,584 | $51,912 | $21,371 |
| Marketing | 52 | $45,878 | $51,124 | $21,500 |
| Geography | 13 | $39,185 | $50,445 | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 56 | $36,065 | $50,331 | $16,625 |
| Criminal justice | 29 | $39,730 | $48,913 | $20,500 |
| Arts management | 22 | $30,502 | $48,020 | $17,500 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 104 | $43,130 | $47,973 | $21,762 |
| English | 27 | $37,145 | $47,150 | $20,000 |
| Political science | 25 | n/a | $43,706 | $19,579 |
| Music | 16 | n/a | $41,734 | $27,000 |
| History | 14 | n/a | $41,728 | $21,790 |
| Communication | 40 | $34,808 | $40,334 | $21,500 |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology, Other | 1 | n/a | $40,250 | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 21 | $34,287 | $39,550 | n/a |
| Social work | 32 | $37,640 | $37,853 | $25,625 |
| Sociology | 14 | n/a | $33,810 | $24,906 |
| Research and experimental psychology | 49 | $28,058 | $33,565 | $21,641 |
| Health administration | 20 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Hospitality management | 19 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General | 14 | $63,246 | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interior Architecture | 10 | $36,006 | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, General | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 7 | $18,476 | n/a | n/a |
| Apparel and Textiles | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Linguistics | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sustainability Studies | 0 | 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 University of North Alabama
24 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 24 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 364 | $94,017 | $36,803 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 165 | $53,449 | $21,097 |
| Nursing | Master's | 126 | $87,439 | $21,625 |
| Social work | Master's | 107 | $42,231 | $20,500 |
| Accounting | Master's | 46 | $75,158 | $16,350 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 33 | $36,674 | $25,863 |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 30 | n/a | $28,923 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 25 | $36,812 | n/a |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 24 | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 22 | n/a | n/a |
| History | Master's | 20 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 18 | $78,784 | $20,356 |
| Special education | Master's | 18 | $54,198 | n/a |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | Master's | 16 | $48,382 | n/a |
| Manufacturing Engineering | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Geography | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Human development and family studies | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology, Other | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Doctoral | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 5,811 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 62% women, 38% men
- 18 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of North Alabama?
University of North Alabama admitted 87% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of North Alabama cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $12,480 for in-state students and $22,680 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $17,850 a year in 2024-25.
Is University of North Alabama test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of North Alabama 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 North Alabama?
56% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of North Alabama graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $50,557 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.