Alabama A & M University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Alabama A & M University is a public research university in Normal, Alabama, serving roughly 6,124 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 57.95% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $40,628 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,024
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,621 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 57.95% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,124 92.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 24.03%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 36.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 2.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 64.4%
- Average SAT Score: 938
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 6,779
- Applicants (IPEDS): 15,628
- Room & Board: $11,402 annual estimate
Alabama A & M University: what the data shows
Common questions about Alabama A & M University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Alabama A & M University?
Alabama A & M University is located in Normal, AL (ZIP 35762).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Alabama A & M University public or private?
Alabama A & M University is a Public institution.
How much does Alabama A & M University cost?
Published tuition: $10,024 in-state, $18,634 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $17,621.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,500 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,387 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,622 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,680 |
| $110,001+ | $20,364 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $40,096.
How hard is it to get into Alabama A & M University?
Admission rate: 57.95%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 938 and midpoint ACT 18.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Alabama A & M University?
Total enrollment: 6,124 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 6,779 students.
Graduate enrollment: 925 students.
About 93% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Alabama A & M University?
150%-time completion rate: 24.03%.
First-year retention: 69.9%.
What do graduates of Alabama A & M University earn?
Median earnings: $27,851 six years after entry; $40,628 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $31,000.
62.98% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Alabama A & M University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (92 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (90 completions)
- Social Work (78 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (40 completions)
- General Studies (39 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (38 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (36 completions)
- Psychology, General (33 completions)
- Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician (32 completions)
- Engineering, Other (30 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Alabama A & M University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 57.95%; completion rate 24.03%; median earnings $40,628 at 10 years; net price $17,621. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$10,024
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Alabama A & M University was $10,024.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,621
2024 Value
In 2024 Alabama A & M University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,621.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$70,484 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,621 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$40,096 4-Year In-State Tuition
$74,536 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,402 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$2,270 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$23,696 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$94,784 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Alabama A & M University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
62.98% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
74.54% 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 Alabama A & M 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 Alabama A & M 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 | $7,182 | $12,774 | $13,415 |
| 2014 | $9,096 | $16,596 | $15,229 |
| 2015 | $9,366 | $17,136 | $13,435 |
| 2016 | $9,366 | $17,496 | $15,567 |
| 2017 | $9,857 | $18,236 | $15,184 |
| 2018 | $9,744 | $18,354 | $14,444 |
| 2019 | $10,024 | $18,634 | $14,990 |
| 2020 | $10,024 | $18,634 | $15,529 |
| 2021 | $10,024 | $18,634 | $13,057 |
| 2022 | $10,024 | $18,634 | $14,982 |
| 2023 | $10,024 | $18,634 | $14,559 |
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
57.95% Acceptance Rate
15,628 Total Applicants
10,349 Students Admitted
1,956 First-Time Students Enrolled
18.90% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 938
ACT Average: 18
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
Alabama A & M University reported total enrollment of about 6,124 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 42% male and 58% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (90.1%), Non-Resident Alien (2.4%), and Two or More Races (2.2%). About 62.98% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 36.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
92.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Alabama A & M University in 2024 is 6,124 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 6,779 students. Graduate enrollment is about 925 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
69.9%
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 Black or African American at 90.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
11.73% 100% Completion Time
24.03% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 11.73% of students graduating from Alabama A & M University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 13% male / 87% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 24% male / 76% female
- Social Work: 15% male / 85% 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: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Alabama A & M University.
Return on Investment
$31,000 Median Student Debt
$40,628 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
76.30% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
476.41% Return on Investment
7.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Alabama A & M University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 47 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 92 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 90 completions
3. Social Work: 78 completions
4. Mechanical Engineering: 40 completions
5. General Studies: 39 completions
6. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 38 completions
7. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 36 completions
8. Psychology, General: 33 completions
9. Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician: 32 completions
Most popular programs at Alabama A & M University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Alabama A & M University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Alabama A & M University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 64.4%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,699
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,254
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Alabama A & M University is a public institution located in Normal, AL, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work. Enrollment is approximately 6,124 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (90.1%), Non-Resident Alien (2.4%), Two or More Races (2.2%). The admission rate is 57.95%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 938. The 150%-time completion rate is 24.03%. Approximately 62.98% of students receive Pell Grants. About 36.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Normal, AL 35762
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 24.03% graduation rate at Alabama A & M University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Alabama A & M University located?
Alabama A & M University is located in Normal, AL.
What is Alabama A & M University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Alabama A & M University is 58.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 15,628 applicants and 10,349 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Alabama A & M University cost?
Reported tuition is $10,024 and average net price is $17,621 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,402 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Alabama A & M University?
Alabama A & M University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 6,779 students, Black or African American (90.1%), Non-Resident Alien (2.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Alabama A & M University?
About 36.6% of students at Alabama A & M University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Alabama A & M University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Alabama A & M University reports midpoint SAT about 938 and midpoint ACT about 18.
What do graduates of Alabama A & M University earn?
Median earnings are $27,851 six years after entry and $40,628 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Alabama A & M University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 24.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Alabama A & M University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $31,000.
Is Alabama A & M University public or private?
Alabama A & M University is a public institution located in Normal, AL.
Is Alabama A & M University an HBCU?
Yes. Alabama A & M University is flagged as a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in IPEDS.
Is Alabama A & M University a tribal college?
No. Alabama A & M 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.