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Public, 4-Year
Auburn, AL

Auburn University

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

Annual Tuition

$12,536

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

50.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

80.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$65,337

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Auburn University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Auburn, AL. With a competitive tuition profile of $12,536, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 80.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing630 – 690
20025th–75th percentile800
Math610 – 690
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite25 – 31
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

50.5%

Transfer-Out Rate13.2%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$50,144

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$35,337

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$303,226

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$656,596

Long-term projected return on your education investment

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 Auburn University is $21,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
50.0%
50.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
83.0%
Hispanic
4.3%
Black
4.2%
Two or more
3.0%
Asian
2.8%
International
2.0%
Unknown
0.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

93

Burglary

10

Theft

56

Assault

15

Robbery

1

Rape

10

Arson

1

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$12,536

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$16,332
$30k - $48k$17,633
$48k - $75k$21,834
$75k+$26,957

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$21,000
Pell Grant Recipients12.3%
Using Federal Loans27.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment72.4%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$8,379
Pell Grant Recipients13.0%

* 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

93.2%

Success

80.0%

In-State Cost

$12,536

Age 25+ Students

3.1%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

3,745 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Auburn (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Auburn (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Auburn

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$801

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$901

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,099

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Auburn metropolitan area.