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Tuskegee University

Tuskegee, Alabama Β· Town: DistantOfficial Website β†—

#1780
Nationally
#32
In Alabama
31%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$19,594
Annual Tuition
per year
57%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
2,400
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
51/100
Good
#1780 nationally
#32 in Alabama
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes57
πŸ’°Affordability51
🎯Selectivity63
πŸ“šAcademic Environment15
πŸ”¬Program Breadth63

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

Tuskegee University, a historically Black college and university, is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Tuskegee, Alabama. With 2,400 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 31%, the institution is considered selective. Annual tuition is $19,594, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $24,480 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 57%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate31%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
11,742
Applied
3,690
Admitted
859
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading495 – 645
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math500 – 610
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)18 – 26
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$19,594/yr
Room & Board$11,656/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$35,096/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$19,594↑ 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$24,480
$30,001 – $48,000$30,332
$48,001 – $75,000$36,879
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate57%↓ 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
2,400
Total Undergrads
64% F / 36% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 1%
Hispanic 0%
Black 92%
Asian 0%
Two or more 4%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($19,594/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $24,480/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
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
LocationTuskegee, Alabama
SettingTown: Distant
Size1,000–4,999
HBCUYes
Affordability Spotlight
$24,480
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
#32
in Alabama out of 7+ colleges
#1780
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.