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University of South Alabama
The University of South Alabama is a public research university on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. South hosts eight colleges and schools offering bachelor’s degrees in over 50 academic programs. Additionally, USA is home to research centers such as the Stokes Center for Creative Writing, the Pheromone Center, and the Center for Hurricane Intensity and Landfall Investigation. For students interested in natural history and ancient cultures, the South campus features an archeology museum at the Alfred and Lucile Delchamps Archeology Building.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | August 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | July 15 | June 1 |
| Spring Regular Decision | December 1 | |
| Other | May 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
86%
Submitting ACT
7%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 25
Average SAT Composite: 1166
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
13,438
Total Number of Undergrads
8,480
Classroom Sizes
0
100
26%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
45%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
16:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $9,676 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $18,652 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $8,830 |
| Books and Supplies | $2020 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
54%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
39%
Average Aid Per Year
$7,686
39%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,520
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$4,730
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
56%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$11,177
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,497
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$239
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
200
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
22%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Jaguars
School Colors
red, white, and blue
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Sun Belt Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Mobile
Birmingham
Atlanta
Biloxi
Pensacola
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$46,800
What Students Are Saying
University of South Alabama has a very beautiful campus and there is always something to do! Getting involved with organizations and clubs is important because you have the chance to met so many people and become exposed to a lot of things.
Tamera from Center Point, AL
The University of South Alabama is a university of excellence! I love the University of South Alabama because of its home-like atmosphere, friendly faces, and superb academics. It is a great place to study, live, and soar.
Raymond from Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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