by our College Data Analytics TeamWhat is an UA degree worth? College Factual's value analysis compares UA with other schools of similar quality to see if it's priced fairly.
The University of Alabama is ranked #1,352 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe The University of Alabama is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
On average, a bachelor's degree from UA will cost you about $168,726. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $38,877 and a typical 4.34 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $38,877 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.34 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $168,726 |
Consider the average UA student takes 4.34 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your UA degree may cost less than average.
Net price can vary based on your unique situation.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how UA value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $207,543 | #0 | F |
| All Students | $168,726 | #1,352 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $141,749 | #988 | C+ |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $134,757 | # | F |
| All Students | $95,940 | # | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $68,963 | # | F |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Alabama.
About 85% of UA students receive financial aid. Get more details on what UA financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
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