UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA www . southalabama . edu
About : The University of South Alabama is a comprehensive global research and teaching university that provides students a quality education in business , the liberal arts , education , healthcare , engineering , computing , and the sciences . USA ’ s commitment to student success includes small class sizes and hands-on research opportunities in more than 125 academic programs .
Number of Students : 14,000 Student / Faculty Ratio : 17:1
Academics : At South , learning takes place in a vibrant campus environment . With more than 125 academic programs , South provides plenty of avenues for discovery . More than 75 percent of courses are taught by full-time faculty , a very high rate for a research-intensive institution . USA ’ s Honors College curriculum is designed to stimulate the thinking and intellectual curiosity of highly motivated students . Our Global USA division supports the strategic priority of global engagement and facilitates the comprehensive internationalization of the University .
Cost of Attendance :
In-State Tuition & Fees : Approximately $ 11,400 / year Room & Board : Approximately $ 9,000 / year ( varies by selected room and meal plan )
Campus Life : South is centrally located on the Gulf Coast , a rapidly growing region of history , culture , recreation and economic opportunity that is the perfect complement to life at South . The beautiful , tree-shaded main campus of the University spreads across 1,200 acres , with a landscape that includes walking paths , groves of pine trees , more than 10 miles of bike trails , indoor and outdoor pools and a disc golf course . Approximately 2,000 students live on campus , and a variety of social , cultural and recreational opportunities are available nearly every day of the week .
Types of Housing : Suites and apartment-style residence halls Clubs : From Greek life to service , professional , and athletics organizations , South offers an extensive and diverse mix of more than 200 student-led clubs .
Admissions :
Requirements : South generally admits freshmen with a minimum 19 ACT and 2.5 GPA , with a test-optional track also available . Average ACT : 22.8 Average GPA : 3.7
Scholarships and Financial Aid :
Minimum ACT / SAT for academic scholarships : 21 Percentage of students receiving financial aid : 74 % Percentage of students receiving scholarships : 75 % Scholarship Deadline : February 1
UNIQUE MAJORS : South offers more than 125 academic programs , including Meteorology , Marine Sciences , Geography , Hospitality and Tourism Management , Computer Science , and Fine Arts with specializations in Glass , Ceramics , and Graphic Design .
Cool Factors :
• We ’ re located in Mobile , home of the first Mardi Gras celebration in America and a short drive from the sunny Gulf Coast beaches .
• Our beautiful campus has a glassblowing studio , a simulation lab for healthcare majors , nature and fitness trails and a 116,000-square-foot Student Recreation Center .
School Accolades :
• In 2021 , the University launched a School of Marine and Environmental Sciences that offers two new undergraduate degrees to complement its graduate programs . Students participate in a Semester by the Sea at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab during their junior or senior year , with the option of living in residence .
• South recently opened a 39,000-square-foot simulation center with high-tech equipment and computerized human-like simulators that will help nursing , medical and health professions students have real healthcare experience .
• Students cheer on Jag football at Hancock Whitney Stadium , a 25,000-seat , on-campus venue for football and events . The stadium , which is a five-minute walk from most residence halls , includes a state-of-the-art video board and sound system , an end-zone terrace and hospitality areas for tailgating .
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