Birmingham, AL · Livingston, AL · Source: IPEDS federal database
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | University of West Alabama | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 88.4% | 87.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $8,832 | $10,990 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $21,864 | $20,090 |
| Average Net Price | $17,413 | $14,781 |
| Graduation Rate | 63.0% | 38.0% |
GradFax Analysis
University of Alabama at Birmingham accepts 88.4% of applicants. University of West Alabama accepts 87.1%. University of Alabama at Birmingham's in-state tuition is $8,832. University of West Alabama's is $10,990. University of Alabama at Birmingham is cheaper. University of Alabama at Birmingham graduates 63% of students in 6 years. University of West Alabama graduates 38%.
Bottom Line
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Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of West Alabama. It accepts 87.1% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of West Alabama, on average. After aid, students pay $14,781/year versus $17,413/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
University of Alabama at Birmingham: 63% of students finish in 6 years. University of West Alabama is at 38%.
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.