UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA

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University Of South Alabama

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a mid-size city (in Mobile, AL). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Doctoral (and professional) degree.

Contacting the School

307 N University Blvd
Mobile, AL 36688-0002
Main Phone: (334) 460-6101
Web Site: www.southalabama.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 9,436 (full-time equivalent) students. 72.2% of students attend full-time, while 27.8% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 569 male students and 820 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 41% of the student body, while females made up 59%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (17)%, Hispanic (1)%, Asian (2)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 92.8% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Certificate, < 1 year
Certificate, 1-2 years
Certificate, 2-4 years
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree
Certificate, Post-Master's
Doctor's Degree
First-Professional Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

General Communications

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

Education

Engineering

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Interdisciplinary Studies

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Philosophy

Physical Sciences

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

General Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Public Administration

School Accreditation

University Of South Alabama reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

University Of South Alabama is accredited regionally by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCC). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

University Of South Alabama belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Sun Belt Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Weekend college
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 11,266
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 6,330
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 14,356

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

A college preparatory program is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.
Recommendations are neither required nor recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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