The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, The University of Alabama has earned dual recognition from Abound as a Best Online College and a Best College for Adults. The school combines flexible learning options with measurable student progress indicators, reflecting a focus on helping adult learners move steadily toward degree completion.
Overview
School Type
Website: www.ua.edu
Accessibility
- Distance education:Yes
- Online degrees:Yes
- Career services:Yes
- Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
- Credit for life experiences:Yes
- On-Campus day care:Yes
Demographics
Part-time students
2,367 undergrads
- Full-time undergrad students:29,956
- Undergrad students over 25 years old:1,997
- Pell Grant students:5,839
- Online and distance education undergrad students:2,378
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Part-time students7%
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Students over 25 years old6%
Cost
In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$545
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$21,761
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Online & Distance Programs
Bachelor's degrees offered
- Communication Journalism and Related Programs(3)
- Engineering(2)
- Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences(5)
- Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(1)
- Public Administration and Social Service Professions(1)
- Social Sciences(1)
- Health Professions and Related Programs(2)
- Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(3)
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Outcomes
- Retention rate for part-time students:50%
- Graduation rate for part-time students:19%
Military & Veteran
Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
810 students
- Credit for military training:Yes
- Dedicated staff member:Yes
- Student veteran organization:Yes
- Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
- Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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