Troy University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Troy University is a public research university in Troy, Alabama, serving roughly 9,805 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 96.04% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $42,062 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,176
- 2024 Average Net Price: $16,527 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 96.04% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 9,805 71.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 50.30%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 39.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 7.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 48.4%
- Average SAT Score: 1088
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 12,355
- Applicants (IPEDS): 7,947
- Room & Board: $9,500 annual estimate
Troy University: what the data shows
Common questions about Troy University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Troy University?
Troy University is located in Troy, AL (ZIP 36082-0001).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Troy University public or private?
Troy University is a Public institution.
How much does Troy University cost?
Published tuition: $10,176 in-state, $20,352 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $16,527.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,656 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,042 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,321 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,406 |
| $110,001+ | $22,139 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $40,704.
How hard is it to get into Troy University?
Admission rate: 96.04%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1088 and midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Troy University?
Total enrollment: 9,805 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 12,355 students.
Graduate enrollment: 3,436 students.
About 72% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Troy University?
150%-time completion rate: 50.30%.
First-year retention: 71.2%.
What do graduates of Troy University earn?
Median earnings: $39,392 six years after entry; $42,062 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
42.82% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Troy University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (512 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (281 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (239 completions)
- Psychology, General (231 completions)
- Social Work (214 completions)
- Counseling Psychology (146 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (133 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (116 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (110 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (109 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Troy University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 96.04%; completion rate 50.30%; median earnings $42,062 at 10 years; net price $16,527. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$10,176
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Troy University was $10,176.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$16,527
2024 Value
In 2024 Troy University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $16,527.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$66,108 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$16,527 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$40,704 4-Year In-State Tuition
$81,408 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$9,500 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$20,676 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$82,704 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Troy University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
42.82% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
66.79% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Troy University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Troy University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,276 | $13,612 | $11,168 |
| 2014 | $7,564 | $14,092 | $11,907 |
| 2015 | $7,924 | $14,812 | $11,551 |
| 2016 | $8,260 | $15,484 | $11,479 |
| 2017 | $8,692 | $16,276 | $13,349 |
| 2018 | $8,908 | $16,708 | $13,313 |
| 2019 | $8,908 | $16,708 | $14,285 |
| 2020 | $8,908 | $16,708 | $14,992 |
| 2021 | $9,312 | $18,624 | $14,019 |
| 2022 | $9,312 | $18,624 | $15,002 |
| 2023 | $9,792 | $19,584 | $13,869 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
96.04% Acceptance Rate
7,947 Total Applicants
7,360 Students Admitted
1,717 First-Time Students Enrolled
23.33% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1088
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Troy University reported total enrollment of about 9,805 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 36% male and 64% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (51.9%), Black or African American (32.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (5.1%). About 42.82% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 39.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
71.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Troy University in 2024 is 9,805 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 12,355 students. Graduate enrollment is about 3,436 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
71.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 51.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
28.25% 100% Completion Time
50.30% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 28.25% of students graduating from Troy University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 55% male / 45% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 12% male / 88% female
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 45% male / 55% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Troy University.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$42,062 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
59.44% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
536.26% Return on Investment
5.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Troy University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 69 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 512 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 281 completions
3. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 239 completions
4. Psychology, General: 231 completions
5. Social Work: 214 completions
6. Counseling Psychology: 146 completions
7. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 133 completions
8. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 116 completions
9. Elementary Education and Teaching: 110 completions
Most popular programs at Troy University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Troy University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Troy University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 48.4%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,612
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,209
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Troy University is a public institution located in Troy, AL, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. Enrollment is approximately 9,805 students. Student body composition includes White (51.9%), Black or African American (32.7%), Hispanic or Latino (5.1%). The admission rate is 96.04%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1088. The 150%-time completion rate is 50.30%. Approximately 42.82% of students receive Pell Grants. About 39.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Troy, AL 36082-0001
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 69 distinct degree programs, Troy University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Troy University located?
Troy University is located in Troy, AL.
What is Troy University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Troy University is 96.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 7,947 applicants and 7,360 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Troy University cost?
Reported tuition is $10,176 and average net price is $16,527 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,500 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Troy University?
Troy University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 12,355 students, White (51.9%), Black or African American (32.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Troy University?
About 39.0% of students at Troy University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Troy University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Troy University reports midpoint SAT about 1088 and midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of Troy University earn?
Median earnings are $39,392 six years after entry and $42,062 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Troy University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 50.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Troy University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
Is Troy University public or private?
Troy University is a public institution located in Troy, AL.
Is Troy University an HBCU?
No. Troy University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Troy University a tribal college?
No. Troy University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Alabama college costs
- Alabama colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Alabama
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.