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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Tuskegee, AL

Tuskegee University

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

Annual Tuition

$23,440

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

31.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

61.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$49,641

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Tuskegee University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Tuskegee, AL. With a competitive tuition profile of $23,440, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 61.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing495 – 645
20025th–75th percentile800
Math500 – 610
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 26
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

31.4%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$93,760

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$19,641

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$102,650

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$299,060

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 Tuskegee University is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
63.7%
36.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
92.5%
Two or more
3.5%
Unknown
2.5%
White
0.7%
Asian
0.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Hispanic
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
International
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

5

Burglary

3

Theft

1

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

1

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$23,440

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$31,858
$30k - $48k$33,168
$48k - $75k$34,010
$75k+$34,215

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients47.7%
Using Federal Loans61.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment49.6%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$6,328
Pell Grant Recipients57.0%

* 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

73.0%

Success

61.8%

In-State Cost

$23,440

Age 25+ Students

2.9%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

705 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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