Research.com has released its rankings of American colleges with one Alabama school landing in the nation’s top 100.
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Research.com has released its rankings of American colleges with one Alabama school landing in the nation’s top 100.
Research.com is a leading educational platform for students to find resources surrounding the schools, academic opportunities and career paths.
Each year, rankings and data are released for the nation as well as individual states.
According to the section on Alabama’s 25 colleges, obtaining a degree in the state costs, on average, approximately $30,080. This estimate includes the average cost for tuition, fees, room and board, books and supplies.
The median alumni salary for Alabama graduates is $42,905.
The five most popular degrees in the state are business administration, psychology, computer science, counseling and nursing.
This year, the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) ranked 53 in the nation overall and ranked first in the state.
The UAB enrolls 20,905 students, with a graduation rate of 63% and an acceptance rate of 88%. The average total cost of studying is $27,030. Graduates earn a median salary of $48,854. Known for its strong healthcare programs, UAB offers excellent opportunities for students interested in medical and scientific fields within the state.
Auburn University, second in the state, has 34,145 enrolled students and a graduation rate of 79%. With a 50% acceptance rate, it is moderately selective. The total cost of studying is an average of $31,728, and the median alumni salary is $50,578. Auburn is well-regarded for its engineering and business programs, providing valuable education options for students across Alabama.
Third in the state, the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) serves 8,564 students and has a graduation rate of 62% with an acceptance rate of 74%. The total cost of studying is, on average, $27,548. Its median alumni salary is the highest among these schools at $59,815. UAH is notable for its focus on science and technology, especially aerospace, making it ideal for students interested in tech careers in Alabama.
The University of Alabama (UA), fourth in the state rankings, enrolls 40,846 students, boasting a 74% graduation rate and a 76% acceptance rate. The cost to study there is about $28,300, and alumni earn a median salary of $47,722. As the state's flagship institution, UA offers a diverse range of programs and campus life experiences, appealing to students seeking a comprehensive university education in Alabama.
Ranking fifth, Alabama State University (ASU), with 3,870 students, has a lower graduation rate of 30% but a high acceptance rate of 96%. The total cost of studying is around $18,630. Median alumni salary stands at $29,446. ASU is a historically black university providing educational opportunities for underrepresented students within Alabama.
For more information on Alabama colleges’ rankings, visit https://research.com/best-colleges/alabama.
1. University of Alabama at Birmingham
2. Auburn University
3. University of Alabama in Huntsville
4. The University of Alabama
5. Alabama State University
