About University of South Alabama

Founded in 1963, University of South Alabama is a Public college. Located in Mobile, which is a city setting in Alabama, the campus itself is Urban . The campus is home to 11,761 full time undergraduate students, and 4,682 full time graduate students.

Campus Topics

3%
"We're apathetic"
30%
"We know about current events and vote"
61%
"We participate and encourage others to get involved"
6%
"There's nothing we won't protest"
3%
"We save it for the classroom"
23%
"Sometimes, but not often"
60%
"There's usually intelligent conversation to be found"
14%
"All the time, including weekends"
11%
"It's not really our thing"
13%
"Occasinally we gallery crawl"
56%
"There are a variety of opportunities"
20%
"We're a very artistic group"
0%
"I'm always terrified"
5%
"I only go out in groups"
48%
"I usually let someone know where I'm going"
47%
"I feel extremely safe"
16%
"We don't play sports"
0%
"We play recreationally"
30%
"We bought the gear"
55%
"We live for the big game"
3%
"Haven't met them"
3%
"Available in class"
52%
"They keep regular office hours"
42%
"They're always available"
3%
"No greek life, but other groups to join"
20%
"There is some involvement, but not a lot"
66%
"Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity"
11%
"It's everything. If you're not greek, you're a geek"
5%
"We're not into drinking at all"
52%
"Maybe a little, but it's not a big thing"
33%
"We only party on weekends"
11%
"There's some drinking happening every night"
13%
"Never, we're here to learn"
77%
"There might be people who do"
11%
"People are known to partake on weekends"
0%
"There's a huge drug scene"

Admissions Requirements for University of South Alabama

Admissions at USA are considered Less Selective, with 80% of all applicants being admitted. In the 2017/2018 school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 32% of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling. N/A of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. N/A were in the top quarter, and N/A were in the top tenth.

The application fee is $ 35 and you can apply online.

SAT Range: 920 - 1130

Reading & Writing 470 - 560
Math 450 - 570
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ACT Range: 20 - 23

English 21 - 28
Math 18 - 26
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Student Body

Students

54%

female

46%

male

11,761

Total Undergrad Enrollment

4,682

Total Grad Students

18%

Out-Of-State

73%

In-State

9%

International

Organizations

200

Student Organizations

10

Fraternities

9

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

21%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
% Black or African-American
22%
% Hispanic/Latino
3%
% White or Caucasian
57%

Academics

The University of South Alabama Academic calendar runs on a semester basis. In the 2017/2018 school year the student to faculty ratio was 20:1. There are 590 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at University of South Alabama include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Cost

The total cost to attend on campus is $23,396. Let's break that cost down. Room and board will run $7,340 annually. Books and Supplies will cost another $1,260. And lastly, in state tuition and fees is $7,548. Additional cost elements for out of state students are as follows:

Cost Out of State

$14,796

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,260

Books and Supplies

$7,340

Room and Board

23,396

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$11,680
$30 - $48K
$12,852
$48 - $75K
$16,838
$75 - $110K
$19,133
$110K & UP
$19,451

Financial Aid

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

93% of students attending University of South Alabama receive some sort of financial aid. 45% were awarded federal grants. While 58% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

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