Updated on 10/01/19

So, you’re thinking about applying to the University of Alabama (otherwise referred to as “Alabama” or often “Bama” for short), and you’re curious about your chances of admission. Well, we’re here to help! Of course, there are a lot of factors in the admissions process, and it’s impossible to accurately predict whether you’ll be admitted or not. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores. So, using those as a measure, we can give you an estimate of your chances.

With an acceptance rate of 54%, admission to Alabama is moderately competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the very top of your class and have an SAT score of close to 1200, or an ACT score of around 30.

Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and you’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at Alabama admission statistics.

Alabama 2019 Admissions Statistics: Class of 2023

Alabama’s acceptance rate in 2019 was 54%. For students applying to the class of 2023, out of 36,203 applicants, Alabama admitted about 19,400. The average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.71, the average ACT score was 27, and the average SAT score was 1190.

For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 22, and the 75th percentile score was 31.

For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1070. The 75th percentile score was 1290.

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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements. Still, at the 25th percentile, your chances of getting in are in the low single digits.

Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

As we said, admission to Alabama is very competitive. Even if Alabama is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.

Generally, you should have at least three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores), three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores) and three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores) on your list.

OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at Alabama’s admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.

Alabama 2020 Application Requirements: Class of 2024

To apply to Alabama, you’ll need to fill out the Alabama Application, pay the $40 application fee, submit your ACT or SAT scores, and submit your high school transcript. Everything should be submitted by February 1st for Early Action.

Here’s a full list of application requirements:

• Fill out the Alabama Application
• Pay the $40 application fee
• Submit your ACT or SAT scores
• Submit your high school transcript

The application deadline is February 1st for Early Action. December 15th is the financial aid application deadline.

Have you been admitted to Alabama? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.

Alabama 2019 Admitted Students Profile: Class of 2023

If you matriculate at Alabama, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.

Here are some interesting facts about the recently admitted class:

• Roughly 44% are male and 56% are female
• 1.9% of students are international

Alabama has a diverse class, as well, with a large number of people of color. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:

• International: 1.9%
• Underrepresented minority: 0.3%
• Two or more races: 3%
• White: 79.9%

What do these admitted students plan to study? Alabama offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:

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• Business
• Management
• Marketing

Now, how are you going to pay for this?

Alabama Tuition Figures

At $45,316, Alabama’s cost of attendance is astronomical. But, don’t panic! Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $13,714.

Here’s a fuller look at Alabama tuition and financial aid in 2017:

• Total budget: $45,316
• Average financial aid package: $13,714
• The average student debt of an Alabama graduate is $33,816

Now, what is life like at Alabama? Let’s take a look.

Alabama Location

Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Founded in 1820, the school is both the oldest and largest public university in the state of Alabama.

Remember, you’re going to Alabama for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.

Alabama Academics

Alabama has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:

• Accounting
• Business Administration and Management
• Construction Engineering
• Dietetics
• Elementary Education and Teaching
• Fine/Studio Arts
• Geography
• Human Development and Family Studies
• International Relations and Affairs
• Journalism
• Management Science
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Political Science and Government
• Public Relations/Image Management
• Radio and Television
• Speech Communication and Rhetoric

Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at Cal Tech.

Student Life at Alabama

Alabama has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and politics interests, and various media and publications.

Here’s a sampling of Alabama’s student activities:

• ABYX Gaming Network
• Aces High Booster Club
• Alabama Astrobotics
• Alabama Rocketry Association
• College Diabetes Network
• DEAF Hands Speak
• Feminist Caucus
• Homegrown Alabama
• Music & Memory
• Not On My Campus
• Project Empowerment
• Relatives of Valor
• Spectrum
• Students for Fair Labor
• Team One Love
• Tide for Tusks
• Vegan Voices

Are you an athlete? Alabama’s got plenty of options for you.

Alabama Athletics

Alabama offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. So, if you’re not up to varsity level, remember there are plenty of club and intramural sports to try out for, too.

Alabama’s sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Football
• Cross-Country
• Swimming & Diving
• Golf
• Track & Field
• Tennis

Who might you become with an Alabama degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:

Notable Alums

Cal Tech has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.

Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:

• Author Harper Lee
• Journalist Gay Talese
• Lockheed Martin CEO Marillyn Hewson
• Actor Michael Emerson
• Actor Sela Ward
• Attorney General Jeff Sessions
• Sportscaster Mel Allen
• TV host Joe Scarborough
• Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales
• Entomologist E.O. Wilson
• NBA player Latrell Sprewell

And this is only a partial list!

Remember!

Getting into Alabama is competitive. Don’t despair if you get a no. If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are. If you work hard, you’ll end up at a school that’s right for you, and still get a great education.

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