About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Adrienne Gannon
Associate Director, New Student Recruitment
Associate Director, New Student Recruitment
Address
Office of Prospective Student Programs & New Student Orientation
5910 USA South Drive
Mobile, AL 36688-0002
5910 USA South Drive
Mobile, AL 36688-0002
Phone
(251) 460-7719
Email
usacampustours@southalabama.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Hancock Whitney Stadium
Mitchell Center (arena)
Stanky Field
John W. Laidlaw Performing Arts Center
Moulton Bell Tower
Mitchell Center (arena)
Stanky Field
John W. Laidlaw Performing Arts Center
Moulton Bell Tower
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Gulf Coast beaches
USS Alabama Battleship
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
Fort Conde
Mobile Museum of Art
USS Alabama Battleship
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
Fort Conde
Mobile Museum of Art
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday-Friday
These tours are offered Monday through Friday at 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:30 PM Central Time. Please note that the 9:30 AM tour is not offered on Mondays and Wednesdays.
(251) 460-7719
These tours are offered Monday through Friday at 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:30 PM Central Time. Please note that the 9:30 AM tour is not offered on Mondays and Wednesdays.
(251) 460-7719
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: These tours are offered Monday through Friday at 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:30 PM Central Time. Please note that the 9:30 AM tour is not offered on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Average Length: Varies
Dates: Year-round
Times: These tours are offered Monday through Friday at 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:30 PM Central Time. Please note that the 9:30 AM tour is not offered on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Average Length: Varies
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Contact Email Address for Visit
recruitment@southalabama.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Varies
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Mobile Regional Airport, Bus, and Taxi
Driving Instructions to Campus
From Interstate I-65
Take the Airport Boulevard exit and go west on Airport Blvd (as if you were going to the Mobile Regional Airport). Go 2.6 miles. You will see a Publix supermarket on the corner of Airport Blvd. and University Blvd. Turn right (north) onto University Boulevard. Go 0.8 miles on University Blvd. crossing Bit and Spur Road (first light) and turning right at the second traffic light into a large parking lot - that is the University Commons area. The College of Education and Professional Studies is located in the central part of the University Commons Building.
From the Mobile Regional Airport
Turn left (east) onto Airport Boulevard (as if you were going to downtown Mobile). Go approximately 4 miles on Airport Blvd. and turn left onto University Blvd. Publix Supermarket will be on your right. Go 0.8 miles on University Blvd. crossing Bit and Spur Road (first light) and turning right at the second traffic light into a large parking lot - that is the University Commons area. The College of Education and Professional Studies is located in the central part of the University Commons Building.
From U.S. Highway 98
Turn south onto Schillinger Road (as if you were going to the Mobile Regional Airport). Go approximately 5 miles. As you are nearing Old Shell Road, you will see a Flea Market on the right. Turn left (east) onto Old Shell Road. Go approximately 3.5 miles. At the corner of Old Shell and University Blvd., you will see a Hardee's restaurant on the right and the University of South Alabama brick sign on the left. Turn right onto University Blvd. at Hardee's and get into the left lane as soon as you can. There will be a Regions Bank on your left - turn left beside its main entrance. Go straight to the one-story building (the University Commons Building) at the end of the alley and turn right. You will see the College of Education and Professional Studies main entrance on your left (UCOM 3600) and a large parking lot area will be on the right.
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 12,517
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Average HS GPA: 3.75
GPA Breakdown
35%
4.0
19%
3.75 - 3.99
17%
3.50 - 3.74
13%
3.25 - 3.49
8%
3.00 - 3.24
7%
2.50 - 2.99
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
510 - 600
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
492.5 - 600
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
990 - 1090
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
20 - 26
Testing Policies
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Requires applicants to submit either the SAT or ACT
Deadlines
Regular — July 15
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
17:1
Total Faculty
1,011
with Terminal Degree
648
621
Women
390
Men
156
Minority
Most frequent class size
2 - 9
Most frequent lab / sub section size
20 - 29
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
28%
Graduate in 5 years
43%
Graduate in 6 years
47%
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Biomedical Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Commerce, General.
Finance, General.
Hospitality Administration/Management, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
Information Science/Studies.
Information Technology.
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EDUCATION.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Education, Other.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
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ENGINEERING.
Chemical Engineering.
Civil Engineering, General.
Computer Engineering, General.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other.
Medical Informatics.
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics and Statistics.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
International/Global Studies.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Meteorology.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Geography.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Music, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Michael Kearney
World's youngest graduate
Larry Stutts
Alabama State Senator
Eddie Stanky
Major League Baseball player
Gerald Everett
NFL Player
Luis Gonzalez
Major League Baseball player
Jon Lieber
Major League Baseball player
Adam Lind
Major League Baseball player
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
28%
Graduate in 5 years
43%
Graduate in 6 years
47%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Feb 15
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$9,154
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$8,348
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,413
Financial aid provided to international students
No
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$10,770
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$21,540
Required Fees
$200
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,300
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$4,150
Transportation for Commuters
$1,872
On-Campus Room and Board
$8,510
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Nursing Scholarships
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
College/university loans from institutional funds
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
8,491
Foreign Countries Represented
49
Demographics
4.05%
Asian
22.22%
Black
4.66%
Hispanic
60.35%
Caucasian
2.25%
Unknown
1.36%
International
61% female
39% male
21% are out of state
83% are full time
17% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
26%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
67%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
65/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Frat Sorority
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Director
Laventrice Ridgeway
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Proctors
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
158
Number of Honor Societies
14
Number of Social Sororities
9
Number of Religious Organizations
10
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
3% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Jaguars)
9 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Jaguars)
10 Sports
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Womens Center
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Womens Center
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
73/99
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
