98%

Acceptance Rate

$9,011

Avg.Financial Aid

001005

FAFSA Code

Alabama State University

  • Type Control of Institution - Public/Private

    Public

  • Acceptance Rate:

    N/A

  • Level

    4 Years

  • Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.

    Not applicable

  • Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.

    SACSCOC

  • Website

    www.alasu.edu
  • Student Population Number of Students attending College

    4,413

  • On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?

    Yes

Alabama State University is a public institution, commonly referred to as ‘ASU’, the university is situated and headquartered at Montgomery, Alabama. The university is widely regarded as one of the best institutions for pursuing higher education and welcomes students from all races, and countries.

The public university offers various degrees and certificate level programs, and the online programs offered by the university are of high quality, thus the university is regarded as one of the best online colleges in Alabama.

The university has over 4,413 students currently enrolled in various different programs offered by the university. The university is known for providing world-class education as well as facilities for the students, the facilities provided to the students helps students in several ways and with services such as students career service, e-Library, financial aid, veterans friendly programs, and many more are offered to the students.

The online programs are designed in a way to allow the students of various regions, who are unable to relocate or have time limitations, a chance to pursue higher education from anywhere and anytime. The online programs are flexible, providing easy and 24/7 accessibility to the students to learn, and study at their own convenience.

The programs offered by the university are accredited and the convenience of credit transfer is provided to the students. The university offers various masters and doctorate degree online programs, across different majors and specializations.

Alabama State University athletics department of intercollegiate is the home to some of the best student-athletes in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), having won 81 conference championships since joining the conference.

Accreditation

Alabama State University has been accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS) for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and doctorate level degrees.

Located in Montgomery, AL, Alabama State University is a public university. The university covers an area of acres. The foundation of Alabama State University was laid down in the year 1867. The motto of the Alabama State University is ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY A PROUD TRADITION... THE PROMISE OF A BRIGHT FUTURE! and its official colors are black and old gold. The total enrolment stands at 5,475 students at Alabama State University. Around 3,750 and 440 students take admission in various undergraduate and postgraduate courses of the university. The school has a total of 365 academic staff. These faculty teach different courses to the students. Interestingly, Alabama State University has an ethnically diverse student population. At ASU around 93% are Black or African American, 2% are white, and 1% belong to Hispanic ethnicity. And, at the university, around 93% of the students are 24 and under. When it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 63% of the students are females and 37% are males. The college has produced several achievers in its 153 years of existence and some of the notable alumni are Chandra Davis (Model, Actor), Rosa Parks (Activist), Jesse White (Politician), and Rickey Smiley (Comedian, Radio personality). Sports is an intergral part of any campus, and in this case, the university’s teams are affiliated to NCAA Division I FCS – SWAC. At ASU, 132 undergraduate and graduate-level programs, including both residential and online, are offered to the students. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs), AOTA (American Occupational Therapy Association), CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs), and CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs). $101 million (2017) is the total value of endowment of the Alabama State University.

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Address

915 S Jackson Street

Rankings

The ranking of a particular university helps a student decide where to apply, which is always a tough decision. It is said that the more information that a prospective student has about a university, the better it is. The ranking of a university helps a student overcome the confusion of which university/college is right for them and also other prospects. Before taking admission, a student can assess the university chosen by them on various grounds like research excellence, the performance of its students after graduation, and their experience, among others. Notably, for the rankings, the two publications, US News and Forbes, are trusted everywhere. However, it should be noted that Alabama State University does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest ranking of these two publications.

Admissions

  • Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.

    FALSE

  • Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.

    98%

  • SAT Range

    860 - 1030

  • SAT/ACT

    Neither required nor recommended

  • ACT Range

    16 - 20

  • High School GPA

    Required

  • Application Fee

    $30

  • Accept Common App

    None

The admission to Alabama State University is fairly easy and the students can make the most out of it. The varsity has 2 admission thresholds. The admission process starts by filling up the form and submitting a fee of $25. As per the past trends, the SAT score of a student must lie in the range of 880-1020 to improve her chances. The average ACT score at Alabama State University is 17. However, those getting an ACT score less than 15 might also be offered admission. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 915 S Jackson Street, Montgomery, Alabama 36104-0271, or call (334) 229-4100.

Annual Cost to Attend

  • Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.

    $13,029

  • Average Annual Cost

    $8,328

Additional Costs:

  • Books And Supplies

    $1,600

  • Other Fees

    $2,740

  • Room And Board The charges for an academic year for ooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.

    $6,050

  • Budget For Other Expenses

    $3,392

Total One Year Cost

$22,110

Tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure are the next two things that a student should keep in mind before applying to ASU. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $27,327. If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.

Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

NA

Student:Faculty Ratio

15:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

59%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

13%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

$1,015

Faculty Overview

50%

Male Professors

50%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Most Popular Majors:

  • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Prof...

    121 Graduates

  • Communication and Media Studies

    69 Graduates

  • Biology, General

    63 Graduates

  • Criminal Justice and Corrections

    61 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    57 Graduates

  • Psychology, General

    47 Graduates

  • Information Science/Studies

    38 Graduates

  • Social Work

    38 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    57 Graduates

  • Psychology, General

    47 Graduates

  • Information Science/Studies

    38 Graduates

  • Social Work

    38 Graduates

  • Business Administration, Management...

    31 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    27 Graduates

  • Accounting and Related Services

    25 Graduates

  • Chemistry

    20 Graduates

  • Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

    18 Graduates

  • Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facil...

    18 Graduates

  • Marketing

    16 Graduates

  • Health and Medical Administrative S...

    15 Graduates

  • Dance

    13 Graduates

  • Mathematics

    13 Graduates

  • Finance and Financial Management Se...

    10 Graduates

  • English Language and Literature, Ge...

    9 Graduates

  • Fine and Studio Arts

    8 Graduates

  • Political Science and Government

    8 Graduates

  • Special Education and Teaching

    7 Graduates

  • Music

    5 Graduates

  • Computer Science

    4 Graduates

  • History

    2 Graduates

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Student Body

Undergraduate Students

3,903

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

74%

Full-time / Part-time

93% / 7%

Students Gender

Male

37%

US National: 44%

Female

63%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

2%

Unknown

1%

Black

94%

Hispanic

1%

Two or more races

1%

Non Resident alien

1%

Asian

0%

American Indian/Alaska native

0%

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

0%

Geographic Density

Geographic Density

High

0%

Unknown Location

41%

Out Of State

58%

In State

1%

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$46,065 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and N/A of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

No

Freshmen Live on Campus

N/A

Undergrads in College Housing

N/A

Averege Housing Cost

$3,346/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $2,076/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$2,076/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Hornets

School Colors

black and old gold

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Southwestern Athletic Conference

Total Male Athletes

251

Total Female Athletes

201

Intramural Sports

N/A

Sports Club

N/A

Sports Team (Men)

Baseball

Basketball

Football

Golf

Tennis

Track and Field

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Bowling

Golf

Soccer

Softball

Tennis

Track and Field

Volleyball

Campus Security

The university offers on-campus housing facilities to the students who wish to stay on the campus. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $6,050 per year. The average meal plan at ASU costs around $2,076 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. The university has taken a lot of measures to ensure the safety and security of its students. Some of these measures include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the university are 37% and 63%, respectively.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$22,600/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$27,700/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$26,500 - $35,407

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$275 - $367

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

88%

Average Aid Per Year

$9,011

Students Receiving Federal Grants

78%

Average Aid Per Year

$5,177

Students Receiving State Aid

8%

Average Aid Per Year

$10,289

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

41%

Average Aid Per Year

$7,487

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$10,132

$30K - $48K

$6,621

$48K - $75K

$3,086

$75K - $110K

$2,613

> $110K

$6,643

Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$1,069,497

Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$10,660,683

The financial aid department of Alabama State University helps students by assisting them with scholarships, grants, and student loans in the event that they find the fees and the cost of living at the campus to be expensive. The average financial aid at Alabama State University is around $7,955 and the federal grant is $5,602. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $5,276 as well as institutional aid worth $7,955. At ASU, the total amount of need-based scholarships/grants awarded to students stands at $1,069,497 per year. On the other hand, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants offered in a year add up to $10,660,683.

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