Auburn, AL · Tuscaloosa, AL · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Auburn University | The University of Alabama | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 45.9% | 76.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $12,890 | $12,180 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $34,922 | $34,172 |
| Average Net Price | $25,242 | $22,559 |
| Graduation Rate | 82.0% | 73.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 34,145 | 40,846 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 21 | 19 |
GradFax Analysis
Auburn University accepts 45.9% of applicants. The University of Alabama accepts 76.6%. Tuition is close: $12,890 at Auburn University, $12,180 at The University of Alabama. Auburn University graduates 82% of students in 6 years. The University of Alabama graduates 73%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Auburn University. It accepts 45.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
The University of Alabama, on average. After aid, students pay $22,559/year versus $25,242/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Auburn University: 82% of students finish in 6 years. The University of Alabama is at 73%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.