Tuskegee University
About Tuskegee University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Tuskegee University is a private historically Black university in Tuskegee, Alabama. Founded by Booker T. Washington in 1881, it is the only HBCU designated as a National Historic Landmark, with strong programs in engineering, veterinary medicine, and the sciences.
Founded
1881
Location
Tuskegee, Alabama
Students
3,092
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
48.7%
Selective
Graduation Rate
55%
Below national average
Tuition
$25,386
Per year
Avg Net Price
$35,013
After financial aid
SAT Average
1120
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$49,641
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
48.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Tuskegee University accepts 48.7% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1120 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1120/ 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
55% complete their degree within six years
Retention
80.7%
4-Year Grad
27%
6-Year Grad
57%
Teaching Quality
7:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
92.5%
$/Student
$13.4K
Class Size
Small
The 27% graduation rate is below average, but 80.7% 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
$25,386
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,980
Books & Supplies
$1,903
Total Cost of Attendance
$43,454
After Financial Aid
$35,013
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$34,324
Receive Grants
57.7%
Take Loans
59.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $43,454/yr, including $9,980 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $35,013.
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 Tuskegee University fund their education.
While in School
57.7%
Get Grants
Free money
59.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,336
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $50K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Tuskegee University.
Gender
62.1%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,630
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
462
Graduates
23.1%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
2.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 23.1% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
2,630
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Tuskegee University fields 9 varsity teams with 417 student athletes, about 16% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Southern
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
417
16% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
70% / 30%
290
Men
127
Women
7
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 Tuskegee Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$49,641
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Animal Sciences
$24K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$14K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$46K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$76K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$26K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $50K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.