Alabama, University of

Located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the University of Alabama is a large public research university known for its strong sense of school spirit, nationally recognized honors college, and robust academic programs in business, engineering, communications, and the sciences. With world-class facilities, SEC athletics, and generous merit-based scholarships, Alabama attracts both in-state and out-of-state students seeking academic rigor paired with Southern tradition and energy.

📊 Admissions Overview

• Freshman Applicants (2025): 56,795

• Acceptance Rate: 76.7%

• Test Policy: Test-optional (SAT/ACT considered if submitted)

🎓 Who Gets In

• Class Rank: 79% of freshmen ranked in the top half of their HS class; 25% in the top 10%.

• GPA Profile:
  42% had a 4.0 GPA
  19% had 3.75–3.99
  16% had 3.50–3.74
  12% had 3.25–3.49
  The majority of admitted students had GPAs above 3.5.

• Test Scores:
  Middle 50% SAT: 1110–1360
  Average SAT Section Scores: 617 Verbal / 612 Math
  Middle 50% ACT: 24–30+ (average 26)
  Nearly 30% scored 30+ on the ACT and 57% scored above 1200 on the SAT

📝 What Matters in Admissions

• Very Important: Standardized test scores

• Important: Extracurricular activities

• Considered: Alumni relation, state residency, character/personal qualities, other standardized tests (e.g., AP, IB)

• Not Considered: GPA, rigor of coursework, essays, recommendations, class rank, interviews, or demonstrated interest

• Test Policy: SAT or ACT required for some applicants (test-optional flexibility not explicitly reported)