Auburn University
Public university · Auburn, AL · 26,816 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
46%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1260–1390
ACT (middle 50%)
26–31
Average net price
$25,424
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$36,285
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
82%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Auburn University?
Auburn University accepts about 46 of every 100 applicants (46%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1260 and 1390 on the SAT. A score at or above 1390 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1260, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 26–31.
The latest federal data says Auburn University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Auburn University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Auburn University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $36,285 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $25,424 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $13,318 for AL residents and $36,022 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$13,318
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$36,022
- Room & board$17,210
- Total cost of attendance$36,285
- Average net price after grants$25,424
Popular majors
Business, Engineering, Biology, Health Professions & Nursing.
Auburn University FAQ
- What is Auburn University's acceptance rate?
- 46% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Auburn University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1260–1390. Aim for 1390 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Auburn University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 26–31.
- Is Auburn University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Auburn University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Auburn University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Auburn University cost?
- About $36,285 a year before aid; $25,424 on average after grants.
- What is Auburn University's FAFSA school code?
- 001009. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Auburn University receives your information.
- What is Auburn University's graduation rate?
- 82% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Auburn University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood UniversityHuntsville, AL | 45% | — | $26,827 | 47% |
| Tuskegee UniversityTuskegee, AL | 49% | — | $40,141 | 55% |
| University of West AlabamaLivingston, AL | 43% | 860–1120 | $11,531 | 35% |
| University of MontevalloMontevallo, AL | 54% | — | $18,760 | 56% |
| Syracuse UniversitySyracuse, NY | 46% | 1270–1440 | $43,336 | 81% |
| California State University-Long BeachLong Beach, CA | 46% | — | $9,426 | 70% |