University of South Alabama

Mobile, AL · Public · Visit Website

The University of South Alabama's campus is located in Mobile, providing a blend of suburban atmosphere and access to the city. Students benefit from a comprehensive range of programs, including a strong emphasis on medical education and research. As a research-focused university, South Alabama provides opportunities for students to engage in advanced studies. Its location offers students access to the cultural and professional opportunities of the Gulf Coast.

Programs Analyzed
29
Avg Grad Earnings
$44,152/yr
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
55/100
Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$9,676/yr
Out-of-state: $18,652/yr

Financial Aid & Net Price

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 37% of students receive Pell Grants and 49% take federal loans.

Family Income Avg Net Price/yr 4-Year Net Cost Net-Price ROI
$0 – $30K $10,148 $40,592 10.9x
$30K – $48K $11,633 $46,532 9.5x
$48K – $75K $15,456 $61,824 7.1x
$75K – $110K $21,143 $84,572 5.2x
$110K+ $21,878 $87,512 5.0x
Sticker price (no aid) $9,676 $38,704 11.4x

Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

All Programs at University of South Alabama

29 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Program DW Score Earnings AI Risk ROI
Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration
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82 $69,447/yr High 17.3x
Computer Science
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81 $55,256/yr Very High 20.9x
Computer and Information Sciences, General
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79 $47,253/yr Very High 23.4x
Electrical
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76 $81,499/yr Very High 26.5x
Information Science/Studies
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76 $56,344/yr Very High 18.4x
Mechanical Engineering
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73 $67,175/yr Very High 22.1x
Chemical Engineering
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72 $71,116/yr High 21.7x
Civil Engineering
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71 $59,547/yr High 21.5x
Finance and Financial Management Services
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69 $41,657/yr Very High 15.8x
Allied Health Diagnostic
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68 $59,611/yr Moderate 15.6x
Accounting and Related Services
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68 $48,795/yr Very High 13.2x
Computer Engineering
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66 $59,626/yr Very High 14.4x
Business Administration
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64 $44,348/yr High 13.0x
Business/Commerce, General
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63 $50,515/yr High 12.1x
Teacher Education
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57 $41,105/yr High 11.2x
Criminal Justice and Corrections
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53 $36,216/yr Moderate 11.4x
Marketing
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49 $38,600/yr Very High 11.0x
Teacher Education
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43 $26,888/yr High 11.1x
Biology, General
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40 $25,950/yr High 14.4x
English Language and Literature, General
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39 $40,486/yr Very High 10.0x
Hospitality Administration/Management
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39 $28,310/yr High 6.3x
History
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38 $29,744/yr High 10.3x
Social Work
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36 $33,771/yr Moderate 10.3x
Statistics
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34 $32,181/yr Very High 12.4x
Communication and Media Studies
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34 $30,153/yr High 10.9x
Psychology, General
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32 $23,700/yr High 10.6x
Music
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30 $27,050/yr High 8.6x
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
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29 $33,557/yr Very High 9.9x
Fine and Studio Arts
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28 $20,527/yr Moderate 9.3x
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