Mobile, AL

University of South Alabama

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
University of South Alabama is a four-year, public school located in Mobile, AL.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
University of South Alabama is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

71% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 12,982 applied, 9,212 accepted, and 1,939 enrolled in USA.
699 men and 1,234 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,110 SAT, 23 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,110 and ACT score is 23. The SAT score of 1110 is average, 59 to 67 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total97011101190
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing500560610
Math470550580
ACT Score
Composite202326
Math172025
English192226
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $10,116 for Alabama residents and $19,092 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $9,360 for Alabama residents and $18,000 for others.
Tuition has increased by 2.36% compared to last year at University of South Alabama.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

6,365 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $8,367.
For freshmen, 1,552 students (97%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $8,500.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 14,003 students enrolled USA in 2025.
By gender, 4,531 men and 9,472 women students are enrolled.
There are 9,241 undergraduate and 4,762 graduate students.
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148 Major Programs

  • 17 programs through online
  • 54 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of USA is 53% and the transfer-out rate is 26%.
The retention rate is 76% for full-time and 76% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
53%
Transfer-out Rate
26%
Retention Rate
76%
Students to Faculty Ratio
19 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,139 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for USA and the average faculty salary is $70,376. The studetns to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.
There are 2,470 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $62,248.
Number of Faculties
1,139
Average Faculty Salary
$70,376
Number of Staffs
2,470
Average Staff Salary
$62,248

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

University of South Alabama is a member of Sun Belt Conference.
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