The University of Alabama: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
The University of Alabama admits about 76.7% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1170–1400 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 24–31 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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The University of Alabama At a Glance
| Location | Tuscaloosa, Alabama |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 33,227 |
| Acceptance Rate | 76.7% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 590-690 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 580-710 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1170-1400 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1285 |
| ACT Range | 24-31 |
| Average Net Price | $20,202/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $12,484/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $35,342/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 73.7% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 89.5% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $66,081 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $21,500 |
How The University of Alabama Compares
The University of Alabama is more selective than about 54% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 33,227 students, it is larger than about 88% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The University of Alabama's acceptance rate?
The University of Alabama's acceptance rate is about 76.7%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for The University of Alabama?
Admitted students at The University of Alabama typically report a combined SAT score between 1170 and 1400 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does The University of Alabama require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check The University of Alabama's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of The University of Alabama?
The average net price reported for The University of Alabama is $20,202 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.