University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 970 and 1190 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 23
Popular programs at University of South Alabama
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 341 | |
| 2 | Biology, General. | 151 | |
| 3 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 120 | |
| 4 | Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | 99 | |
| 5 | Psychology, General. | 87 | |
| 6 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | 83 | |
| 7 | Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | 68 | |
| 8 | Mechanical Engineering. | 67 | |
| 9 | Communication and Media Studies. | 51 | |
| 10 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 51 | |
| 11 | Accounting and Related Services. | 48 | |
| 12 | Marketing. | 47 | |
| 13 | Computer Science. | 46 | |
| 14 | Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | 44 | |
| 15 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 43 | |
| 16 | Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | 41 | |
| 17 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 37 | |
| 18 | Finance and Financial Management Services. | 37 | |
| 19 | Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | 35 | |
| 20 | Hospitality Administration/Management. | 32 |
Showing top 20 of 48 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of South Alabama?
University of South Alabama has an acceptance rate of 71% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for University of South Alabama?
Admitted students at University of South Alabama typically score between 970 and 1190 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does University of South Alabama cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at University of South Alabama is approximately $17,648 per year.
What is the graduation rate at University of South Alabama?
4-year graduation rate data for University of South Alabama is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.