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Auburn University

Auburn, AL

Travel:

5 hours, 55 minute drive from Charlotte

Local Airport:

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International | Columbus Metropolitan (regional airport)

Planning Your Visit
Places to Stay Near Campus

  • The Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center

  • Graduate

  • TownePlace Suites Auburn

  • Hampton Inn Auburn

  • The Collegiate Hotel at Auburn

  • The Lauren Hotel & Spa

  • Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National

Places to Eat

  • Hamilton's on Magnolia

  • Acapulcos Mexican Grill

  • Coffee Cat

  • BurgerFi

  • Venditoris

  • Tazikis

  • Fuji

  • La Palma

  • Acre

  • Avondale Bar and Tap Room

  • Live Oaks

  • Quixotes

Other Schools You Could Add to Your Trip:

  • University of Alabama

  • University of Georgia

  • Georgia State University

  • Emory University

  • Georgia Tech

  • Florida State University

  • University of Florida

College Snapshot

Located in Auburn, Alabama, Auburn University is a major public research institution known for its strong sense of community, academic excellence, and legendary school spirit. With nationally recognized programs in engineering, business, architecture, and agriculture, Auburn blends rigorous academics with a welcoming Southern campus atmosphere where “the Auburn Family” is more than just a phrase—it’s a way of life.



📊 Admissions Overview

  • Freshman Applicants (2025): 55,054

  • Acceptance Rate: 45.9%

  • Admission Difficulty: Moderately Difficult

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


🎓 Who Gets In

  • Class Rank: 93% of freshmen ranked in the top half of their HS class; 35% in the top 10%.

  • GPA Profile:
    64% had a 4.0 GPA
    20% had 3.75–3.99
    10% had 3.50–3.74
    The overwhelming majority of admitted students had GPAs above 3.5.

  • Test Scores:
    Middle 50% SAT:     1260–1380
    Average SAT Section Scores: 649 Verbal / 656 Math
    Middle 50% ACT: 24–30+ (average 27)
    86% scored 24+ on the ACT and 93% scored above 1200 on the SAT


📝 What Matters in Admissions

  • Very Important: Academic GPA, standardized test scores

  • Important: Rigor of coursework

  • Considered: State residency

  • Not Considered: Essays, recommendations, extracurriculars, volunteer work, character/personal qualities, or demonstrated interest

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