University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL · Public · Bachelor's degrees · City
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About University of South Alabama
The University of South Alabama (USA) is a public research university in Mobile, Alabama, United States. It was created by the Alabama Legislature in May 1963, and replaced the existing extension programs operated by the University of Alabama. The first classes were held in June 1964 with an enrollment of 276 students; the first commencement was held in June 1967. USA is divided into ten colleges and schools that include one of Alabama's two state-supported medical schools. In the fall semester of 2018, South Alabama had an enrollment of 15,093 students. By the spring of 2019, the university had awarded over 90,000 degrees. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity". The university claims to have an annual economic impact of $3 billion.
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71%
Acceptance
$17,648
Net price
8,879
Enrollment
53%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
71%
Acceptance rate
1,147
SAT average
23
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$17,648
Average net price
$10,116
In-state tuition
$19,092
Out-of-state tuition
$11,366
Room & board
$864
Books & supplies
$25,476
Total cost of attendance
38%
Students receiving Pell grants
47%
Students with federal loans
$24,929
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$49,379
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$41,307
Median earnings (6 yrs)
53%
Graduation rate
76%
Retention rate
75%
Earn more than a HS grad
$11,135
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
8,879
Total enrollment
12%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
33%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
University of South Alabama FAQ
Is University of South Alabama a public or private school?
University of South Alabama is a public institution located in Mobile, AL.
What is the acceptance rate at University of South Alabama?
University of South Alabama has an acceptance rate of 71%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does University of South Alabama cost?
The average annual net price at University of South Alabama is $17,648 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $10,116 in-state and $19,092 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at University of South Alabama?
About 53% of students at University of South Alabama complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do University of South Alabama graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, University of South Alabama students earn a median of $49,379 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University of South Alabama?
Admitted students at University of South Alabama have an average SAT score of 1,147 and an ACT midpoint of 23. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend University of South Alabama?
University of South Alabama enrolls about 8,879 students.
Campus
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