Auburn, AL · Tuscaloosa, AL · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Auburn University | The University of Alabama | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 50.5% | 75.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $12,536 | $11,900 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $33,944 | $33,200 |
| Average Net Price | $24,524 | $21,761 |
| Graduation Rate | 79.0% | 74.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Auburn University accepts 50.5% of applicants. The University of Alabama accepts 75.8%. Tuition is close: $12,536 at Auburn University, $11,900 at The University of Alabama. Auburn University graduates 79% of students in 6 years. The University of Alabama graduates 74%.
Bottom Line
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Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Auburn University. It accepts 50.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
The University of Alabama, on average. After aid, students pay $21,761/year versus $24,524/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Auburn University: 79% of students finish in 6 years. The University of Alabama is at 74%.
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.