Alabama Private Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 12 four-year private Alabama colleges is $19,028, reflecting a -8.13% increase compared to the previous year.

Samford University ranks as the most expensive private Alabama colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $40,150. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, Samford University remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are University of Mobile at$26,910 and Tuskegee University at$25,386 both consistently recognized among the Alabama Private Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Alabama Private Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 65.44%, and the average SAT score is 1,150, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Table. Alabama Private Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
	School Name	Undergraduate Tuition & Fees	Graduate Tuition & Fees	Acceptance Rate	Total Population	SAT Score	Graduation Rate	Students to Faculty Ratio
1 -	Samford University Birmingham, ALPrivate, 4-year	$40,150 $2,006	$21,797 $807	82.36%	6,097	1,150	77.00%	14 to 1
2 -	University of Mobile Mobile, ALPrivate, 4-year	$26,910 $790	$14,410 $30	77.89%	1,545	-	57.00%	14 to 1
3 1	Tuskegee University Tuskegee, ALPrivate, 4-year	$25,386 $1,946	$26,228 $2,004	48.68%	3,121	-	55.00%	14 to 1
4 1	Faulkner University Montgomery, ALPrivate, 4-year	$23,920 -	$16,050 $25	73.07%	3,086	-	37.00%	14 to 1
5 -	Birmingham-Southern College Birmingham, ALPrivate, 4-year	$22,750 -	$8,400 -	-	731	-	64.00%	9 to 1
6 -	Oakwood University Huntsville, ALPrivate, 4-year	$22,512 $674	$14,516 -	45.22%	1,226	-	45.00%	14 to 1
7 -	Strayer University-Alabama Birmingham, ALPrivate, 4-year	$13,920 -	$15,135 -	-	1,329	-	-	47 to 1
7	Strayer University-Huntsville Campus Huntsville, ALPrivate, 4-year	$13,920	-	-	-	-	-	-
7	Strayer University - Montgomery Campus Montgomery, ALPrivate, 4-year	$13,920	-	-	-	-	-	-
10 2	Amridge University Montgomery, ALPrivate, 4-year	$10,470 -	$13,090 -	-	639	-	100.00%	12 to 1
	Average	$21,386	$16,203	65.44%	2,222	1,150	62.14%	17 to 1

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