Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 5 selected colleges are private. By school level, all 5 schools are 4 years or high institutes.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mobile | Mobile, AL | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Doctor's Degree | Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate |
| Oakwood University | Huntsville, AL | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Master's Degree | Associate, Bachelor, Master, Post-Graduate |
| Samford University | Birmingham, AL | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Doctor's Degree | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| United States Sports Academy | Daphne, AL | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Doctor's Degree | Bachelor, Master, Doctorate |
| Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine | Dothan, AL | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Doctor's Degree | Doctorate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $21,348 for State residents and $24,156 for out-of-state students. The average acceptance rate is 80.00% and graduation rate is 58.67%. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mobile | $24,855 | 67% | 49% | 13:1 | 2,016 |
| Oakwood University | $19,990 | 89% | 50% | 11:1 | 1,374 |
| Samford University | $35,360 | 84% | 77% | 12:1 | 5,729 |
| United States Sports Academy | $16,418 | - | - | 8:1 | 338 |
| Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine | - | - | - | - | 705 |
| Average | $21,348 / $24,156 | 80.00% | 58.67% | 11.00:1 | 2,032 |