University of South Alabama
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and in-state Alabama residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 8,879 students.
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About This School
University of South Alabama is a public institution located in Mobile, Alabama with approximately 8,879 undergraduate students enrolled. University of South Alabama has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 71%. The average net price after financial aid is $17,648 per year. The graduation rate is 53%, and the typical graduate earns $46,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of South Alabama (USA) is a public research university in Mobile, Alabama, United States. It was created by the Alabama Legislature in May 1963 and replaced existing extension programs operated in Mobile by the University of Alabama. The first classes were held in June 1964 with an enrollment of 276 students; the first commencement was held in June 1967.
The numbers tell a mixed story here — at $15,142/year average net price and only $17,750 in median debt at graduation, the affordability is genuinely strong for a public university. However, the 53% graduation rate is a real concern, meaning nearly half of students who start don't finish, and median earnings of $46,800 a decade out suggest modest returns unless you're targeting a specific high-value program like their well-regarded health sciences or nursing schools. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious and have a clear plan, but students who need strong academic support structures or aren't sure of their direction may struggle to reach the finish line.
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Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 17% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (8,879 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
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