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Public, 4-Year
Normal, AL

Alabama A & M University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in AL. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$10,024

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

66.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

27.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$40,628

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Alabama A & M University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Normal, AL. With a competitive tuition profile of $10,024, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 27.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing420 – 540
20025th–75th percentile800
Math390 – 520
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite14 – 19
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

66.2%

Transfer-Out Rate30.6%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$40,096

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$10,628

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$66,184

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$172,464

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 28%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Alabama A & M University is $31,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.3%
41.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
90.4%
Unknown
2.1%
International
2.0%
Two or more
1.8%
White
1.8%
Hispanic
1.5%
Asian
0.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

33

Burglary

25

Theft

0

Assault

1

Robbery

1

Rape

6

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$10,024

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,776
$30k - $48k$13,923
$48k - $75k$16,471
$75k+$19,057

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$31,000
Pell Grant Recipients64.4%
Using Federal Loans58.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment25.3%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$8,465
Pell Grant Recipients65.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

63.9%

Success

27.7%

In-State Cost

$10,024

Age 25+ Students

7.1%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

1,539 students

Local City Insights

We are currently gathering city-level crime and housing data for Normal. Check back soon for "Campus vs. City" comparisons!