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University of South Alabama

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Overview

Established in 1963, the University of South Alabama is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Mobile (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Alabama. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, University of South Alabama (USA) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. University of South Alabama (USA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 61-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. USA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of South Alabama's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of South Alabama's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of South Alabama' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of South Alabama's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym USA
Founded 1963
Colours Red, white and blue
Mascot South Paw
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University Location

Address 307 N University Boulevard
Mobile
36688-0002 Alabama
United States
University of South Alabama's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of South Alabama Phone Number +1 (251) 460 6101
University of South Alabama Fax Number +1 (251) 460 6054

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of South Alabama's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of South Alabama's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of South Alabama's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of South Alabama.

University of South Alabama: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of South Alabama's admission information.

University of South Alabama's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of South Alabama's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of South Alabama a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of South Alabama's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of South Alabama's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University of South Alabama's Admission Office Admission Office

2500 Meisler Hall
Mobile 36688-0002
(251) 460 6141
800 872 5247

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of South Alabama.

University of South Alabama's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of South Alabama has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of South Alabama's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


University of South Alabama's Control Type Control Type

University of South Alabama is a public higher education institution.


University of South Alabama's Entity Type Entity Type

University of South Alabama is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of South Alabama's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of South Alabama's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of South Alabama does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official University of South Alabama's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, large, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Professional-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of South Alabama's main facilities:


University of South Alabama's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of South Alabama's Library

University of South Alabama's library has 2 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 368,013 physical volumes, 26,662 physical media, 64,877 digital/electronic media and 220 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 62 full-time employees, including 20 librarians. University of South Alabama's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University of South Alabama's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the University of South Alabama provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 3,331 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

University of South Alabama's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


University of South Alabama's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of South Alabama's main services:


University of South Alabama's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of South Alabama's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of South Alabama's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

University of South Alabama's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of South Alabama's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of South Alabama's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of South Alabama is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1968


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of South Alabama's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • American Chemical Society
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of South Alabama's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

University of South Alabama's Facebook page University of South Alabama's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of South Alabama's X (formerly Twitter) page University of South Alabama's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of South Alabama's YouTube channel University of South Alabama's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of South Alabama's Instagram page University of South Alabama's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of South Alabama's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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