At a glance
Average net price
$24,323
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
82.0%
Admission rate
46%
Undergrad size
26,816
In-state tuition
$12,890
Out-of-state tuition
$34,922
Cost of attendance
$34,919
Median earnings (10y)
$65,337
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,345
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 94.8%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
25 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (33%), business (26%), social sciences (16%).
- STEM33%
- Health6%
- Business26%
- Humanities & arts13%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services6%
- Business26.1%~6,991 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Engineering16.3%~4,363 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.3%~2,749 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~1,636 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Communication4.5%~1,217 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education4.1%~1,091 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology3.6%~971 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~949 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture3.4%~912 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science3.3%~893 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~826 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences2.8%~762 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Transportation2.8%~737 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~587 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Architecture2.0%~526 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~343 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal1.1%~303 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~174 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~166 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~147 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.5%~147 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.5%~142 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.4%~110 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.2%~51 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 1,107 | $52,995 | $22,250 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 636 | $46,598 | $20,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 619 | $106,330 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 617 | $23,818 | $23,750 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 534 | $44,504 | $20,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 468 | $67,127 | $24,514 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 437 | $56,128 | $20,449 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 406 | $27,192 | $24,250 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 362 | $22,796 | $20,500 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 301 | $62,372 | $25,000 |
| Architectural Engineering. | Bachelor's | 285 | $71,073 | $22,000 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 283 | $109,330 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 273 | $54,118 | $23,250 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 254 | $37,862 | $26,000 |
| Air Transportation. | Bachelor's | 251 | — | $21,875 |
| Veterinary Medicine. | First professional | 245 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 238 | $36,812 | $22,250 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 233 | $57,886 | $23,375 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 225 | $30,492 | $20,675 |
| Animal Sciences. | Bachelor's | 203 | $37,905 | $21,625 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 201 | $63,168 | $22,125 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 200 | $34,482 | $23,250 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 197 | $35,032 | $23,700 |
| Apparel and Textiles. | Bachelor's | 189 | $38,625 | $23,976 |
| Industrial Engineering. | Bachelor's | 182 | $66,558 | $23,250 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | Bachelor's | 172 | $63,127 | $20,458 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 169 | $75,285 | $23,104 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 168 | $59,564 | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 161 | $54,362 | $23,250 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 154 | $25,613 | $25,000 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 154 | — | $19,500 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 141 | $72,274 | $25,125 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 137 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 134 | $35,666 | $22,250 |
| Architectural Engineering. | Graduate certificate | 125 | — | — |
| Architecture. | Bachelor's | 122 | $50,456 | $28,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 118 | $37,452 | $23,600 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 112 | $90,962 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 110 | $44,890 | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 110 | $42,369 | $24,500 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Auburn University
Auburn University is a very large institution located in Auburn, Alabama, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 26,816 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Engineering, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Auburn University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $24,323 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $12,890 for in-state students and $34,922 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $34,919 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 82.0%, a strong completion outcome. 94.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $65,337 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Auburn University confers degrees and certificates across 25 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Engineering, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (33% of credentials), business (26% of credentials), social sciences (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Auburn University accepts 46% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,345.
Location & campus
Set in Auburn, Alabama (city), Auburn University draws students from across Alabama and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Auburn University
Q.How much does Auburn University cost?
The average net price at Auburn University is $24,323 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $34,919.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Auburn University?
Auburn University has a 6-year graduation rate of 82.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Auburn University?
Auburn University admits 46% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Auburn University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Auburn University graduate earns $65,337 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Auburn University?
Published tuition is $12,890 in-state and $34,922 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Auburn University located?
Auburn University is located in Auburn, Alabama (ZIP 36849).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Auburn University at their official website.