University of Montevallo
About University of Montevallo
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Montevallo is a public liberal arts university in Montevallo, Alabama. It is Alabama's only public liberal arts university, offering affordable programs in education, fine arts, business, and social work with a historic campus.
Founded
1896
Location
Montevallo, Alabama
Students
2,597
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
53.9%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
54.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$13,948
Out-of-state: $26,968
Avg Net Price
$17,683
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$42,957
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
53.9 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$35
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 53.9% acceptance rate, University of Montevallo admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Average: 23 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
54.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
72.8%
4-Year Grad
34%
6-Year Grad
52%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
71.1%
$/Student
$16.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 34% graduation rate is below average, but 72.8% 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
$13,948
In-State
$26,968
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,372
Books & Supplies
$1,020
Total Cost of Attendance
$27,398
After Financial Aid
$17,683
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,471
Receive Grants
32.4%
Take Loans
41.5%
The full cost of attendance is about $27,398/yr for in-state students, including $11,372 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $17,683. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $26,968.
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 University of Montevallo fund their education.
While in School
32.4%
Get Grants
Free money
41.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$43,813
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$254/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,000 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Montevallo.
Gender
59.5%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,151
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
446
Graduates
32.5%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 32.5% 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
Town: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
2,151
Students
public
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
University of Montevallo fields 12 varsity teams with 656 student athletes, about 30% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Gulf South
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
656
30% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
386
Men
270
Women
9
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Montevalloearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,957
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$30K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Fine and Studio Arts
$25K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$42K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$53K
34 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
33 grads
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
$45K
23 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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