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University of South Alabama
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QS βTimes βUS News #263
Alabama, USA$22,000/year40% Acceptance Rate
University of South Alabama is located in the United States. Rankings: US News #263. Undergraduate tuition about $22,000/year; acceptance rate about 71%. Care4YA score 48.
Care4YA Index
Model-estimated48.0/100
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Dimension Scores
Outcomes
33.7
Resources
30.0
Selectivity
35.7
Affordability
38.3
Methodology vcare4ya-a1
As an urban research university, the University of South Alabama is distinguished by its comprehensive STEM offerings, particularly its specialized Biology tracks in Marine Biology and Environmental Science, alongside robust engineering disciplines such as Aerospace, Mechanical, and Chemical Engineering. Beyond its core strengths in Data Science, Computer Science, and Physics, the university provides diverse undergraduate pathways ranging from Health Informatics and Biomedical Sciences to an extensive array of Art programs, including Animation, Graphic Design, and Glass. With focused depth in coastal research, advanced engineering tracks like Biomedical and Energy Sustainability, and specialized premedical options, USA prepares graduates for dynamic careers in environmental management, healthcare innovation, and advanced technology.
U.S. News Rankings
Rank History
Best Global Universities Β· 2026 #1980
The vertical axis shows rank position β lower is better; years without published data are omitted.
Graduate Program Rankings
Health
- Audiology#58*2026
- Occupational Therapy#150*2026
- Physical Therapy#97*2026
- Physician Assistant#58*2026
- Speech-Language Pathology#104*2026
Medicine
- Most Graduates Practicing in Health Professional Shortage Areas#152026
- Most Graduates Practicing in Primary Care#612026
- Most Graduates Practicing in Rural Areas#322026
Science
- Statistics#152*2026
Social Sciences & Humanities
- Psychology#226*2026
* Tied rank.
How to Read These Rankings
Best Global Universities: Compares universities worldwide almost entirely on academic research: publication and citation impact, international collaboration, and research reputation by field β undergraduate teaching and campus experience are barely measured. It is best used to judge research strength and the platform for graduate study, and is only an indirect reference for undergraduate choices.
Graduate program rankings: Ranks schools field by field (business, engineering, law, medicine, education, and their specialties), mainly on reputation surveys of deans and professionals in each discipline, plus employment outcomes and research indicators for some fields; not every field is updated every year. It shows how a specific program is regarded within its profession β most useful once you have a clear field in mind for graduate study.
Rank data is compiled from publicly released U.S. News ranking snapshots, for school-selection reference only; all rights remain with U.S. News & World Report.
Campus location
Marker shows approximate campus location
Deadline
January 5
Intake
September
Living Cost
$16,000
At a Glance
Enrollment
16,245
Undergraduate
10,431
Graduate
5,814
Studentβfaculty ratio (university)
19:1
6-Year Graduation Rate
52.6%
Retention Rate
75.7%
Avg Net Price / Year
$17,648
Median Earnings
$49,379
International Students
1.2%
Source: college_scorecard Β· 2026 data β for reference only
Research university
Admission data reference
Reviewed dataset β always confirm on the official website.- TOEFL guideline
- 80
- IELTS guideline
- 6
- SAT mid-50%
- 970β1190
- Acceptance rate (data)
- 71.0%
- Data source
- CollegeScorecard_latest (Data year 2025)
Programs Offered
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University Β· 2025SAT Mid-50%970β1190ACT Mid-50%20β26 - Philosophy Classics
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Requirements
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL 80
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation Letters
Tuition (USD)
$22,000/year
Tuition (CNY)
Β₯156,200/year
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