The University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa, AL · public · 33,227 undergraduates

The University of Alabama is a public university in Tuscaloosa, AL with relatively accessible admissions, admitting about 77% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.

Acceptance rate

77%

SAT (middle 50%)

1170–1400

ACT (middle 50%)

24–31

Avg net price

$22,420/yr

sticker $33,382

Graduation rate

73%

within 6 years

Undergraduates

33,227

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The University of Alabama admissions FAQ

What is The University of Alabama's acceptance rate?

The University of Alabama has an acceptance rate of about 77%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.

What SAT score do you need for The University of Alabama?

The middle 50% of admitted students at The University of Alabama scored between 1170–1400 on the SAT (ACT 24–31).

How much does The University of Alabama cost?

Families pay an average net price of about $22,420 per year at The University of Alabama after financial aid, versus a published cost of $33,382.

What is the graduation rate at The University of Alabama?

About 73% of students at The University of Alabama graduate within six years.

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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.