Alabama A & M University
About Alabama A & M University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Alabama A&M University is a public historically Black university in Normal, Alabama. It offers programs in engineering, agriculture, education, and business. The university has a strong tradition of community service and STEM research.
Founded
1875
Location
Normal, Alabama
Students
7,049
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
58%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
24%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$10,024
Out-of-state: $18,634
Avg Net Price
$17,621
After financial aid
SAT Average
938
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$40,628
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
58 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Alabama A & M University accepts 58% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
938/ 1600
ACT Scores
18/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
24% complete their degree within six years
Retention
69.9%
4-Year Grad
11%
6-Year Grad
28%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
64.4%
$/Student
$7.3K
Class Size
Large
The 11% graduation rate is below average, but 69.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$10,024
In-State
$18,634
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,402
Books & Supplies
$2,270
Total Cost of Attendance
$27,153
After Financial Aid
$17,621
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,500
Receive Grants
63%
Take Loans
74.5%
The full cost of attendance is about $27,153/yr for in-state students, including $11,402 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $17,621. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $18,634.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Alabama A & M University fund their education.
While in School
63%
Get Grants
Free money
74.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,553
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$31,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$329/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Graduates leave with $31,000 in median debt, above the national average. Explore all scholarship and aid options, and consider your expected earnings in your chosen field.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Alabama A & M University.
Gender
57.8%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,124
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
925
Graduates
36.6%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
7.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 36.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
6,124
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Alabama A & M University fields 10 varsity teams with 550 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Southwestern
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
550
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
321
Men
229
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Alabama A & M Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,628
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biology, General
$29K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$40K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$27K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$32K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$64K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $28K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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