Auburn University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Auburn University is a public research university in Auburn, Alabama, enrolling about 26,816 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 45.92% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $65,337 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $12,890
- 2024 Average Net Price: $24,323 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 45.92% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 26,816 93.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 81.95%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 17.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 1.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 86.7%
- Average SAT Score: 1345
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 30,306
- Applicants (IPEDS): 48,178
- Room & Board: $16,626 annual estimate
Auburn University: what the data shows
Common questions about Auburn University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Auburn University?
Auburn University is located in Auburn, AL (ZIP 36849).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Auburn University public or private?
Auburn University is a Public institution.
How much does Auburn University cost?
Published tuition: $12,890 in-state, $34,922 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $24,323.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,681 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,627 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,558 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $25,808 |
| $110,001+ | $29,547 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $51,560.
How hard is it to get into Auburn University?
Admission rate: 45.92%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1345.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Auburn University?
Total enrollment: 26,816 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 30,306 students.
Graduate enrollment: 6,238 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Auburn University?
150%-time completion rate: 81.95%.
First-year retention: 94.8%.
What do graduates of Auburn University earn?
Median earnings: $54,629 six years after entry; $65,337 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,000.
12.53% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Auburn University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (709 completions)
- Finance, General (373 completions)
- Biomedical Sciences, General (323 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (307 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (264 completions)
- Architectural Engineering (253 completions)
- Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management (252 completions)
- Accounting (247 completions)
- Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology (239 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (230 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Auburn University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 45.92%; completion rate 81.95%; median earnings $65,337 at 10 years; net price $24,323. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$12,890
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Auburn University was $12,890.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$24,323
2024 Value
In 2024 Auburn University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $24,323.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$97,292 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$24,323 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$51,560 4-Year In-State Tuition
$139,688 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$16,626 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$30,716 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$122,864 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Auburn University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
12.53% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
26.16% 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 Auburn 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 Auburn 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 | $9,852 | $26,364 | $17,541 |
| 2014 | $10,200 | $27,384 | $18,644 |
| 2015 | $10,424 | $28,040 | $22,183 |
| 2016 | $10,696 | $28,840 | $22,881 |
| 2017 | $10,968 | $29,640 | $23,416 |
| 2018 | $11,276 | $30,524 | $23,696 |
| 2019 | $11,492 | $31,124 | $24,104 |
| 2020 | $11,796 | $31,956 | $24,018 |
| 2021 | $11,826 | $31,986 | $23,258 |
| 2022 | $12,176 | $32,960 | $24,297 |
| 2023 | $12,536 | $33,944 | $23,897 |
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
45.92% Acceptance Rate
48,178 Total Applicants
24,314 Students Admitted
5,935 First-Time Students Enrolled
24.41% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1345
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.5 - 3.7
Estimated Median GPA: 3.60
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
Auburn University reported total enrollment of about 26,816 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 49% male and 51% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (82.8%), Hispanic or Latino (4.6%), and Black or African American (4.1%). About 12.53% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 17.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
93.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Auburn University in 2024 is 26,816 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 30,306 students. Graduate enrollment is about 6,238 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
94.8%
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 82.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
60.74% 100% Completion Time
81.95% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 60.74% of students graduating from Auburn 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: 68% male / 32% female
- Finance, General: 78% male / 22% female
- Biomedical Sciences, General: 29% male / 71% 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 Auburn University.
Return on Investment
$21,000 Median Student Debt
$65,337 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
32.14% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
571.56% Return on Investment
3.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Auburn University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 152 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 709 completions
2. Finance, General: 373 completions
3. Biomedical Sciences, General: 323 completions
4. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 307 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 264 completions
6. Architectural Engineering: 253 completions
7. Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management: 252 completions
8. Accounting: 247 completions
9. Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology: 239 completions
Most popular programs at Auburn University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Auburn University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Auburn University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 86.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $12,324
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,067
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Auburn University is a public institution located in Auburn, AL, classified as Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General, Biomedical Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 26,816 students. Student body composition includes White (82.8%), Hispanic or Latino (4.6%), Black or African American (4.1%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 45.92%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1345. The 150%-time completion rate is 81.95%. Approximately 12.53% of students receive Pell Grants. About 17.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Location
Auburn, AL 36849
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 81.95% graduation rate, Auburn University demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 152 distinct degree programs, Auburn 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 Auburn University located?
Auburn University is located in Auburn, AL.
What is Auburn University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Auburn University is 45.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 48,178 applicants and 24,314 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Auburn University cost?
Reported tuition is $12,890 and average net price is $24,323 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $16,626 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Auburn University?
Auburn University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 30,306 students, White (82.8%), Hispanic or Latino (4.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Auburn University?
About 17.3% of students at Auburn University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Auburn University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Auburn University reports midpoint SAT about 1345.
What do graduates of Auburn University earn?
Median earnings are $54,629 six years after entry and $65,337 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Auburn University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 82.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Auburn University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,000.
Is Auburn University public or private?
Auburn University is a public institution located in Auburn, AL.
Is Auburn University an HBCU?
No. Auburn University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Auburn University a tribal college?
No. Auburn 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
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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.