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University of South Alabama

Mobile, AL • public • I | Sun Belt | FBS
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Acceptance
65.5%
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Grad Rate
53%
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Cost
$21,206 / $30,182

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 10,053 • Total: 15,943
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
307 N University Blvd
Mobile, AL
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Website
www.southalabama.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 3,816 (38.0%) • Female: 6,237 (62.0%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 376 3.7%
Black/African American 2,332 23.2%
Hispanic/Latino 535 5.3%
White 6,027 60.0%
Two or More Races 450 4.5%
International 116 1.2%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
65.5%
8,247 admitted from 12,593 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Test Flexible
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 520-610
Math: 495-590
Total: 1015-1200
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
19-26
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$35
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
52.6%
4-Year Graduation Rate
33.2%
Freshman Retention Rate
76.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
12.5:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$21,206
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$30,182
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $8,976
Out-of-state: $17,952
Room & Board
$11,366
Books & Supplies
$864
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $12,657
$30,001-48,000 $13,265
$48,001-75,000 $16,277
$75,001-110,000 $23,252
$110,001+ $25,322
Students Receiving Pell Grants
75%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Sun Belt
Football
FBS
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football (FBS) Golf Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.8 GPA / 21 ACT
In-State Awards
$1,000-$9,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$9,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$2,000 total
13 automatic scholarships (22 total)
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Common questions about University of South Alabama

What is University of South Alabama's acceptance rate?
University of South Alabama accepts 65% of applicants, from 12,593 applications.
How much does University of South Alabama cost?
Tuition and fees are $8,976 in-state and $17,952 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $12,657 on average after aid.
Does University of South Alabama require SAT or ACT scores?
University of South Alabama considers test scores but does not require them.
What ACT score do you need for University of South Alabama?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 19 and 26 on the ACT.
What is University of South Alabama's graduation rate?
53% of students graduate within six years.