Faulkner University
Faulkner University is a private research university in Montgomery, Alabama, enrolling about 1,549 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 73.07% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $43,457 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $23,920
- 2024 Average Net Price: $22,085 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 73.07% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,549 74.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 37.40%
- Average SAT Score: 1020
Faulkner University: what the data shows
Common questions about Faulkner University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Faulkner University?
Faulkner University is located in Montgomery, AL (ZIP 36109-3390).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Faulkner University public or private?
Faulkner University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Faulkner University cost?
Published tuition: $23,920.
Average net price after aid: $22,085.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $23,385 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $20,897 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,170 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,255 |
| $110,001+ | $22,835 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $95,680.
How hard is it to get into Faulkner University?
Admission rate: 73.07%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1020 and midpoint ACT 20.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Faulkner University?
Total enrollment: 1,549 students.
About 74% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Faulkner University?
150%-time completion rate: 37.40%.
First-year retention: 64.5%.
What do graduates of Faulkner University earn?
Median earnings: $37,313 six years after entry; $43,457 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,000.
45.62% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Faulkner University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (875 completions)
- CIP 520201 (169 completions)
- Business Administration, Management, & Operations (94 completions)
- Law (JD) (73 completions)
- Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration (72 completions)
- CIP 521301 (60 completions)
- CIP 521001 (50 completions)
- CIP 510912 (46 completions)
- Criminal Justice & Corrections (42 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (39 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Faulkner University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 73.07%; completion rate 37.40%; median earnings $43,457 at 10 years; net price $22,085. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$23,920
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Faulkner University was $23,920.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$22,085
2024 Value
In 2024 Faulkner University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $22,085.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$88,340 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$22,085 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$95,680 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Faulkner University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
45.62% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
55.83% 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 Faulkner 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 Faulkner 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 | $18,230 | $18,230 | $17,660 |
| 2014 | $18,750 | $18,750 | $20,240 |
| 2015 | $19,280 | $19,280 | $23,970 |
| 2016 | $20,130 | $20,130 | $18,298 |
| 2017 | $20,970 | $20,970 | $23,562 |
| 2018 | $21,690 | $21,690 | $25,557 |
| 2019 | $22,310 | $22,310 | $20,715 |
| 2020 | $22,990 | $22,990 | $20,500 |
| 2021 | $23,490 | $23,490 | $20,371 |
| 2022 | $23,920 | $23,920 | $19,478 |
| 2023 | $23,920 | $23,920 | $21,165 |
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.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
73.07% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1020
ACT Average: 20
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
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
74.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Faulkner University in 2024 is 1,549 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
64.5%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
25.91% 100% Completion Time
37.40% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 25.91% of students graduating from Faulkner University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Faulkner University.
Return on Investment
$23,000 Median Student Debt
$43,457 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
52.93% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
391.93% Return on Investment
5.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Faulkner University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 169 completions
Business Administration, Management, & Operations: 94 completions
Law (JD): 73 completions
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration: 72 completions
CIP 52.1301: 60 completions
CIP 52.1001: 50 completions
CIP 51.0912: 46 completions
Criminal Justice & Corrections: 42 completions
Health Professions and Related Programs: 39 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 875 completions
Most popular programs at Faulkner University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Faulkner University graduates.
About
Faulkner University is a private non-profit institution located in Montgomery, AL, offering 47 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,549 students. The admission rate is 73.07%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1020. The institution maintains a 37.40% graduation rate. Approximately 45.62% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Montgomery, AL 36109-3390
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 37.40% graduation rate at Faulkner 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.
FAQ
How much does Faulkner University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $23,920 and average net price is $22,085 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Faulkner University?
The admission rate is 73.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Faulkner University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Faulkner University reports midpoint SAT about 1020 and midpoint ACT about 20.
What do graduates of Faulkner University earn?
Median earnings are $37,313 six years after entry and $43,457 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Faulkner University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 37.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Faulkner University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,000.
How big is Faulkner University?
Total enrollment is about 1,549 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Faulkner University public or private?
Faulkner University is a private nonprofit institution located in Montgomery, AL.
Is Faulkner University an HBCU?
No. Faulkner University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Faulkner University a tribal college?
No. Faulkner University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Faulkner University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Faulkner University does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.5%).
Is Faulkner University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Faulkner University: Churches of Christ.
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
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.