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University of South Alabama: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

University of South Alabama admits about 71% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 970–1190 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 18–24 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 71%
SAT range 970-1190
Net price $16,801
Graduation rate 54.6%

University of South Alabama At a Glance

LocationMobile, Alabama
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment8,879
Acceptance Rate71%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)500-610
SAT Range (Math)470-580
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)970-1190
Average SAT (Combined)1147
ACT Range20-26
Average Net Price$16,801/yr
Tuition (In-State)$10,476/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$19,452/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate54.6%
Full-Time Retention Rate75.7%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$53,069
Median Debt at Completion$22,000

How University of South Alabama Compares

University of South Alabama is more selective than about 64% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 8,879 students, it is larger than about 7% of the 265 schools in this list.

Similar Colleges

The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL — 77% acceptance University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL — 88% acceptance Auburn University Auburn, AL — 46% acceptance Troy University Troy, AL — 96% acceptance Columbia Southern University Orange Beach, AL University of Delaware Newark, DE — 71% acceptance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is University of South Alabama's acceptance rate?

University of South Alabama's acceptance rate is about 71%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for University of South Alabama?

Admitted students at University of South Alabama typically report a combined SAT score between 970 and 1190 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does University of South 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 University of South Alabama's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of University of South Alabama?

The average net price reported for University of South Alabama is $16,801 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also University of South Alabama's official site.