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Alabama A & M University

Normal, AL · Public · Midsize city · Website

Alabama A & M University campus
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Admission rate
58%
Accessible
Average net price
$18,255
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
28%
Median earnings
$41,266
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Alabama A & M University is a public college in Normal, AL with 6,124 undergraduates. It admits 58% of applicants, and admitted students average 938 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $18,255 per year ($17,406 for families earning under $30,000). 28% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $41,266 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
58%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
15,628
Fall 2023
Admitted
10,349
Fall 2023
Yield
19%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing420–530
200800
SAT Math390–510
200800
ACT Composite14–19
136

What Alabama A & M University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$27,732
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$10,558
Out-of-state tuition
$19,318

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$17,406
  • $30–48k$16,770
  • $48–75k$17,683
  • $75–110k$22,410
  • $110k+$22,226

Get a personal estimate with Alabama A & M University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
28%
Freshman retention
70%
Median earnings
$41,266
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,204
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
6,124
Student–faculty ratio
19:1
Receive Pell grants
64%
  • White2%
  • Hispanic2%
  • Black90%
  • Asian0%

Alabama A & M University FAQ

What is Alabama A & M University's acceptance rate?+

Alabama A & M University admits 58% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Alabama A & M University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 420–530 on SAT Reading and Writing and 390–510 on SAT Math; the average total is 938.

What ACT score do you need for Alabama A & M University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 14–19.

Is Alabama A & M University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Alabama A & M University?+

In Fall 2023, 15,628 students applied to Alabama A & M University and 10,349 were admitted; 1,956 enrolled.

Does Alabama A & M University consider legacy status?+

No. Alabama A & M University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Alabama A & M University require an essay?+

Alabama A & M University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Alabama A & M University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $27,732 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,255.

What is Alabama A & M University's graduation rate?+

28% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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