Alabama State University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Alabama State University is a public research university in Montgomery, Alabama, serving roughly 3,477 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 97.55% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $34,502 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $11,248
- 2024 Average Net Price: $20,435 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 97.55% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,477 93.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 30.34%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 34.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 2.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 64.8%
- Average SAT Score: 976
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,177
- Applicants (IPEDS): 5,346
- Room & Board: $7,816 annual estimate
Alabama State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Alabama State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Alabama State University?
Alabama State University is located in Montgomery, AL (ZIP 36104-0271).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Alabama State University public or private?
Alabama State University is a Public institution.
How much does Alabama State University cost?
Published tuition: $11,248 in-state, $19,576 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $20,435.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $19,711 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $21,682 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,508 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,608 |
| $110,001+ | $19,031 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $44,992.
How hard is it to get into Alabama State University?
Admission rate: 97.55%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 976 and midpoint ACT 18.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Alabama State University?
Total enrollment: 3,477 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,177 students.
Graduate enrollment: 560 students.
About 93% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Alabama State University?
150%-time completion rate: 30.34%.
First-year retention: 69.8%.
What do graduates of Alabama State University earn?
Median earnings: $27,453 six years after entry; $34,502 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $31,000.
71.34% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Alabama State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (81 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (54 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (46 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (45 completions)
- Accounting (37 completions)
- Social Work (33 completions)
- Psychology, General (30 completions)
- Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other (28 completions)
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric (24 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (23 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Alabama State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 97.55%; completion rate 30.34%; median earnings $34,502 at 10 years; net price $20,435. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$11,248
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Alabama State University was $11,248.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$20,435
2024 Value
In 2024 Alabama State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $20,435.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$81,740 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$20,435 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$44,992 4-Year In-State Tuition
$78,304 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$7,816 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,600 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$20,664 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$82,656 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Alabama State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
71.34% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
74.20% 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 State 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 State 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 | $8,720 | $15,656 | $11,936 |
| 2014 | $8,720 | $15,656 | $11,110 |
| 2015 | $8,720 | $15,656 | $13,865 |
| 2016 | $9,220 | $16,156 | $15,037 |
| 2017 | $11,068 | $19,396 | $12,874 |
| 2018 | $11,068 | $19,396 | $13,043 |
| 2019 | $11,068 | $19,396 | $13,650 |
| 2020 | $11,068 | $19,396 | $19,534 |
| 2021 | $11,068 | $19,396 | $13,593 |
| 2022 | $11,068 | $19,396 | $13,527 |
| 2023 | $11,248 | $19,576 | $13,889 |
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
97.55% Acceptance Rate
5,346 Total Applicants
5,113 Students Admitted
951 First-Time Students Enrolled
18.60% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 976
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 State University reported total enrollment of about 3,477 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 37% male and 63% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (86.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (6.5%), and Non-Resident Alien (2.5%). About 71.34% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 34.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
93.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Alabama State University in 2024 is 3,477 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,177 students. Graduate enrollment is about 560 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
69.8%
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 Black or African American at 86.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
14.73% 100% Completion Time
30.34% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 14.73% of students graduating from Alabama State 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: 42% male / 58% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 20% male / 80% female
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 50% male / 50% 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 State University.
Return on Investment
$31,000 Median Student Debt
$34,502 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
89.85% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
322.09% Return on Investment
9.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Alabama State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 44 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 81 completions
2. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 54 completions
3. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 46 completions
4. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 45 completions
5. Accounting: 37 completions
6. Social Work: 33 completions
7. Psychology, General: 30 completions
8. Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other: 28 completions
9. Speech Communication and Rhetoric: 24 completions
Most popular programs at Alabama State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Alabama State University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Alabama State University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 64.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,153
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,723
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 State University is a public institution located in Montgomery, AL, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. Enrollment is approximately 3,477 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (86.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (6.5%), Non-Resident Alien (2.5%). The admission rate is 97.55%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 976. The 150%-time completion rate is 30.34%. Approximately 71.34% of students receive Pell Grants. About 34.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Montgomery, AL 36104-0271
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 30.34% graduation rate at Alabama State 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 State University located?
Alabama State University is located in Montgomery, AL.
What is Alabama State University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Alabama State University is 97.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 5,346 applicants and 5,113 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Alabama State University cost?
Reported tuition is $11,248 and average net price is $20,435 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $7,816 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Alabama State University?
Alabama State University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,177 students, Black or African American (86.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (6.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Alabama State University?
About 34.3% of students at Alabama State University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Alabama State University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Alabama State University reports midpoint SAT about 976 and midpoint ACT about 18.
What do graduates of Alabama State University earn?
Median earnings are $27,453 six years after entry and $34,502 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Alabama State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 30.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Alabama State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $31,000.
Is Alabama State University public or private?
Alabama State University is a public institution located in Montgomery, AL.
Is Alabama State University an HBCU?
Yes. Alabama State University is flagged as a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in IPEDS.
Is Alabama State University a tribal college?
No. Alabama State 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
- Montgomery, Alabama city profile
- 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.