Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
65.49%
SAT Average
1,119
ACT Range
19-26
University of South Alabama Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 65.49%. This means approximately 655 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 8,540 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
65.49%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,676 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,652 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $22,070 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $15,142 | State avg: $14,203. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 37.13% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 48.72% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of South Alabama Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$18,652
Room and board
$8,830
Books and supplies
$2,020
Other expenses
$5,283
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$22,070
Average net price
$15,142
Average aid coverage
31%
$6,928 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of South Alabama pays approximately $15,142 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Alabama average of $14,203 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of South Alabama?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Alabama and national averages.
University of South Alabama net price
$15,142
Alabama average
$14,203
National average
$17,506
University of South Alabama Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $18,652 and average net price at $15,142. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$18,652
Current net price
$15,142
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
52.57%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,379
Undergraduates
8,540
10-Year Median Earnings - University of South Alabama vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of South Alabama graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of South Alabama?
Undergraduates
8,540
Completion rate
52.57%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
37.13%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
48.72%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 37.13% of University of South Alabama students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 48.72% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of South Alabama
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of South Alabama's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of South Alabama lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of South Alabama is listed at 307 N University Blvd, Mobile, AL 36688-0002. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of South Alabama with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Alabama | 65.49% | $18,652 | $15,142 | $49,379 |
| Auburn University | 50.47% | $33,944 | $23,897 | $65,337 |
| Columbia Southern University | Not available | $5,808 | $14,975 | $63,534 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville | 74.25% | $24,662 | $19,880 | $61,767 |
| Marion Military Institute | 59.17% | $15,538 | $10,137 | $59,644 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Mobile schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Mobile.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of South Alabama's acceptance rate?
University of South Alabama's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 65.49%.
How much is University of South Alabama tuition?
University of South Alabama's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $18,652.
What is University of South Alabama's average net price?
University of South Alabama's average net price in the local dataset is $15,142.
What is University of South Alabama's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,379 for University of South Alabama.
Is University of South Alabama accredited?
University of South Alabama's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of South Alabama?
The local dataset lists 8,540 undergraduate students at University of South Alabama.
What percentage of University of South Alabama students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of South Alabama in the local dataset is 37.13%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of South Alabama?
The federal loan rate for University of South Alabama in the local dataset is 48.72%.
Where should I verify University of South Alabama data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of South Alabama or the latest official federal education data.