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Miles College

Fairfield, Alabama Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#2018
Nationally
#36
In Alabama
$11,164
Annual Tuition
per year
26%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
1,151
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
50/100
Good
#2018 nationally
#36 in Alabama
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes26
πŸ’°Affordability75
🎯Selectivity50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth56

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Miles College, a historically Black college and university, is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Fairfield, Alabama. The college enrolls approximately 1,151 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $11,164, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $12,521 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 26%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$11,164/yr
Room & Board$7,598/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$20,312/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$11,164↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$12,521
$30,001 – $48,000$12,843
$48,001 – $75,000$14,950
$75,001 – $110,000$17,279
Over $110,000$16,837
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate26%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
1,151
Total Undergrads
53% F / 47% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 3%
Hispanic 2%
Black 95%
Asian 0%
Two or more 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($11,164/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $7,598/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (1,151 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 26% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationFairfield, Alabama
SettingSuburb: Large
Size1,000–4,999
HBCUYes
Affordability Spotlight
$12,521
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#36
in Alabama out of 7+ colleges
#2018
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.