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University of South Alabama

University of South Alabama is a large, public institution located in Mobile, al. Founded in 1963, University of South Alabama offers undergraduate degrees in 113 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 8,171 undergraduates
cost $9,116 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into University of South Alabama? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 65.4%
SAT score average 1118
ACT score average 23
Average high school GPA 3.74
Application fee $35
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of South Alabama is known for one of its top majors: Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
16 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Health and Medical Professions
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Education and Teaching
Social Sciences and Psychology
Other
Engineering and Technology
Arts, Design, and Humanities

Popular majors

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Biology, General
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Psychology, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $9,116
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,510
Books & supplies $1,300
Other expenses $4,779
Cost of attendance* $23,705
Average financial aid package $12,569
Estimated cost $11,136 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $17,732
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,510
Books & supplies $1,300
Other expenses $4,779
Cost of attendance* $32,321
Average financial aid package $12,569
Estimated cost $19,752 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of South Alabama has a total undergraduate enrollment of 8,171, with gender binary students split 39% male and 61% female.

Total enrollment

13,768

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
40%
African American %
14%
Hispanic American %
3%
Asian %
3%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
37%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of South Alabama, students love their Student Government Association, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 307 N University Blvd, Mobile, AL 36688-0002
phone 251-460-6141
address www.southalabama.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government association

African american student association

Council of international student organizations

Alpha epsilon delta pre-health professions

Panhellenic council

clubs
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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of South Alabama to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of South Alabama?

University of South Alabama is located in Mobile, al.

What is the acceptance rate at University of South Alabama? 

The acceptance rate for University of South Alabama is 65%.

What’s the average GPA for University of South Alabama?

The average high school GPA for University of South Alabama students was 3.74.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of South Alabama?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of South Alabama including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $94,820.

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