PublicUrbanHBCUAlabama State University
Montgomery, Alabama 36104-0271
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
Alabama State University is a public institution in Montgomery with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 977, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.3K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
30% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $34,502 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,889.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Hornets
History & Fun Facts
- •History See also: Alabama State University Historic District Alabama State University was founded in 1867 as the Lincoln Normal School of Marion in Marion.
- •In December 1874, the State Board accepted the transfer of title to the school after a legislative act was passed authorizing the state to fund a Normal School, and George N.
- •" The second president, William Burns Paterson, was appointed in 1878.
- •He is honored as a founder of Alabama State University and was the president for 37 of the school's first 48 years.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 977
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
22.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
0.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,500
Programs (57)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
60%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
25
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AL state average + city premium