Auburn Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 45.92%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1320. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $12,890
- Out-of-State Tuition: $34,922
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Auburn:
- Total Enrollment: 34,145, including 3,255 online students
- 27,907 Undergraduate, 6,238 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 48.8% men, 51.2% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 82%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 12%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 95%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 303 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 59 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 132 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Auburn Overview
Auburn University (Auburn) is a four-year, public school located in Auburn, AL. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The Auburn's tuition & fees is $12,890 for Alabama residents and $34,922 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 63% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,920.
The school has a total enrollment of 34,145 and the students to faculty ratio is 21 to 1 (4.76%).
Auburn's acceptance rate is 45.92% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 24.14%. The median SAT score is 1320 and the ACT score is 29.
Auburn ranked 243rd in National Universities and 9th in Alabama Colleges rankings. Auburn University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Auburn University is $12,890 for in-state students and $34,922 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $12,890 for in-state students and $33,986 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $13,254 for Alabama residents and $35,928 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,267 for Alabama residents and $34,064 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,890 | $34,922 |
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| Graduate | $12,890 | $33,986 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,254 | $35,928 |
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| Graduate | $13,267 | $34,064 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Auburn University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Auburn
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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