The University of Alabama vs Auburn University vs University of Alabama at Birmingham
This page compares The University of Alabama, Auburn University, and University of Alabama at Birmingham — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Alabama. The University of Alabama has the largest enrollment (33,227). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at Auburn University ($65,337). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | The University of Alabama | Auburn University | University of Alabama at Birmingham |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Public |
| In-state tuition | $12,180 | $12,890 | $9,098 |
| Average net price | $22,420 | $24,323 | $18,749 |
| Median student debt | $22,750 | $21,000 | $22,300 |
| Enrollment | 33,227 | 26,816 | 11,635 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 73.4% | 82.0% | 64.2% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $52,233 | $54,629 | $46,572 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $59,221 | $65,337 | $54,501 |
| Admission rate | 76.6% | 45.9% | 88.2% |
| Average SAT score | 1,285 | 1,345 | 1,258 |