Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University Overview

Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University is a public, state school in a suburban setting in Huntsville, Alabama. Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University was founded in 1875 and the school enrolls around 5,969 students a year, which includes 5,107 undergrads. Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University provides housing for up to 2,683 students. The majority of students live on campus.

Student Activities at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

Love music or performing? At Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University you can join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of the school's theater groups.

Are you interested in journalism and communications? Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Excited for Greek life? Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University has both fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University on the Student Life page.

2022 Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	72%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.0
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	19%
In-State Tuition	$8,610
Out-of-State	$18,634
Percent of Need Met	72%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$11,417

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Is Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can give you a sense of how competitive a school is.

Let's take a closer look at these factors to get a better idea of what Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University offers and if the school could be a good fit for you.

2022 Acceptance Rate for Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

It is not difficult to get into Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University. Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University admitted 72% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 6,560 applications received in 2022, 4,697 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. Retention measures how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 58% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical Universityreturn for their sophomore year. Around 28% of students who started at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school. 45% of graduates from Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University recieve at least one full-time job offer within six months of graduating.

Check with Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University's endowment was $29.3 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $7,913 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

Tuition cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University meets 72% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $11,417 a year.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $38,819 in student loans for each student with debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University.

Based on this information, is Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University the school for you? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University a good school for you?

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Where is Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University Located?

Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University is located in the suburban setting of Huntsville, Alabama.

If you are interested in seeing Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 65 to Huntsville, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Huntsville International.

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