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University of Montevallo

Montevallo, AL·Public·2,087 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus and in-state Alabama residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 2,087 students.

54%
Accept
2,087
Students
$17,053
Net Price
49%
Grad Rate
$36,100
Earnings
10 yr
$16,000
Debt

About This School

University of Montevallo is a public institution located in Montevallo, Alabama with approximately 2,087 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Montevallo has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 54%. The average net price after financial aid is $17,053 per year. The graduation rate is 49%, and the typical graduate earns $36,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Montevallo is a public university in Montevallo, Alabama. Founded on October 12, 1896, the university is Alabama's only public liberal arts college and a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges. The University of Montevallo Historic District was established on campus in 1979. The school is located in a rural location in central Alabama.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 49% graduation rate means roughly half of students who start don't finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. That said, Alabama's only public liberal arts college offers a genuinely distinct academic identity, a small campus feel with just over 2,000 undergrads, and manageable debt averaging $16,000 at graduation. Worth considering if you're drawn to a close-knit liberal arts experience on a tight budget, but go in with a clear plan to stay on track, since the retention and completion data suggest many students struggle to finish.

Founded
1867
Setting
Fringe town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing22%
Visual & Performing Arts16%
Education8%
English7%
Social Sciences5%
Health Professions5%
Biological Sciences5%
Psychology5%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Polly Holliday

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite23

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$13,710
Out-of-State Tuition
$26,730
Avg Net Price
$17,053
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants39%
Median debt at graduation$16,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
49%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
73%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$16,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$16,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$28,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.3x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White66%
Black16%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,087 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Montevallo

Station 6001

Montevallo, AL 35115-6000

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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