Athens State Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,020
- Out-of-State Tuition: $17,700
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Athens State:
- Total Enrollment: 2,986, including 2,141 online students
- 2,535 Undergraduate, 451 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 29% men, 71% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 92 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 64 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 13 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's.
Athens State Overview
Athens State University (Athens State) is a four-year, public school located in Athens, AL. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields by Carnegie Classification
The Athens State's tuition & fees is $10,020 for Alabama residents and $17,700 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 58% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,175.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,986 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
Athens State 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 Athens State University is $10,020 for in-state students and $17,700 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $10,728 for in-state students and $17,232 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,203 for Alabama residents and $18,036 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,923 for Alabama residents and $17,550 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,020 | $17,700 |
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| Graduate | $10,728 | $17,232 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,203 | $18,036 |
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| Graduate | $10,923 | $17,550 |
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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
Athens State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Athens State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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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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