At a glance
Average net price
$16,527
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
50.3%
Admission rate
96%
Undergrad size
9,805
In-state tuition
$10,176
Out-of-state tuition
$20,352
Cost of attendance
$23,165
Median earnings (10y)
$42,062
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,088
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 71.2%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
21 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (27%), humanities & arts (26%), business (19%).
- STEM8%
- Health11%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts26%
- Social sciences27%
- Trades & services8%
- Business19.4%~1,907 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions11.4%~1,118 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Interdisciplinary11.2%~1,095 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology10.8%~1,054 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education6.8%~662 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts6.2%~607 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~588 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~529 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science4.4%~428 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences3.6%~356 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~260 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication2.6%~256 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~251 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~232 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.4%~132 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.3%~127 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~82 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~46 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.2%~23 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.2%~19 students/yr · STEMCompare 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 | 634 | $41,526 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 512 | $31,040 | $31,207 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 408 | $59,468 | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 351 | — | $25,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 348 | $35,873 | $27,504 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 334 | $40,923 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 294 | $36,647 | $25,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 290 | $35,057 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 282 | $38,003 | $25,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 267 | $54,369 | $25,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 266 | $32,273 | $30,500 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 238 | $52,073 | $27,437 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 229 | $45,512 | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Master's | 160 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 156 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 154 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 148 | $55,620 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 147 | $19,776 | $24,945 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 136 | $51,198 | $29,305 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 123 | $45,397 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 117 | $92,588 | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 115 | $27,704 | $26,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 108 | $28,767 | $27,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Master's | 104 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 100 | $33,338 | $27,874 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 93 | $34,655 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 78 | $18,789 | $23,250 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 71 | $33,723 | — |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 71 | $31,866 | $28,125 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 67 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 62 | — | $25,924 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 57 | $39,734 | $25,000 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 54 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 54 | — | $29,500 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 53 | — | $28,500 |
| Social Sciences, General. | Master's | 46 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 41 | — | — |
| International Business. | Master's | 40 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Graduate certificate | 39 | — | — |
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 Troy University
Troy University is a large institution located in Troy, Alabama, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 9,805 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Interdisciplinary.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Troy University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $16,527 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $10,176 for in-state students and $20,352 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $23,165 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 50.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 71.2% 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 $42,062 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Troy University confers degrees and certificates across 21 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Interdisciplinary. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (27% of credentials), humanities & arts (26% of credentials), business (19% 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
Troy University accepts 96% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,088. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Troy, Alabama (town), Troy 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 Troy University
Q.How much does Troy University cost?
The average net price at Troy University is $16,527 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $23,165.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Troy University?
Troy University has a 6-year graduation rate of 50.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Troy University?
Troy University admits 96% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Troy University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Troy University graduate earns $42,062 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Troy University?
Published tuition is $10,176 in-state and $20,352 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Troy University located?
Troy University is located in Troy, Alabama (ZIP 36082).
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 Troy University at their official website.