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The University of South Alabama, commonly referred to as USA, is a public, doctoral-level university located in Mobile, Alabama, United States. It was founded by the Alabama Legislature in 1963. The university enrolls more than 10,000 students. USA offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. It is organized into the following academic divisions:
USA’s athletic teams are nicknamed the Jaguars. They compete in the NCAA Division I athletics.
Students attend University Of South Alabama in Mobile, AL, a medium-sized city. The school is a public institution. University Of South Alabama degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
University Of South Alabama is selective and does not offer open admission.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 13,779 students at University Of South Alabama (as of 2007-2008).
The school offers students meal plans. University Of South Alabama values student athletics, and belongs to the Sun Belt Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The university mission actively embraces the functions of teaching, research, public service, and health care, through which it pursues the preservation, discovery, communication, and application of knowledge."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of South Alabama
307 N University Blvd
Mobile, AL 36688-0002
General Phone: (251) 460-6101
http://www.southalabama.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 559 | registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Education and Teaching | 447 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, physical education teaching, special ed, education courses, school counseling, educational administration, reading teaching, ... |
| Business and Management | 287 | business management, marketing, accounting, finance, business, managerial economics, electronic commerce |
| Liberal Arts | 205 | liberal arts and humanities, English, history, political science, sociology, international studies, foreign language and literature, geography, ... |
| Engineering | 192 | electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, chemical engineering |
| Medical Support and Technology | 150 | radiographer, physician assistant, respiratory care tech, speech pathology, audiology, clinical lab tech |
| Science | 139 | biology, biomedical sciences, meteorology, chemistry, biological and physical sciences, geology, environmental toxicology, biological and biomedical sciences, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 136 | psychology, physical therapy, communication disorders, communication disorders services |
| Media | 89 | communication studies |
| Medicine | 84 | medicine, medical preparatory, gerontology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 74 | computer and info science, computer engineering |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 43 | criminal justice and administration |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 43 | occupational therapy, parks and recreation studies |
| Art Studies | 29 | art studies |
| Music | 15 | music |
| Mathematics | 14 | mathematics and statistics, mathematics |
| Family and Social Work | 13 | public administration, social work |
| Religion and Philosophy | 12 | philosophy |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of South Alabama in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,559 | 51 |
| Master's degree | 719 | 30 |
| Doctor's degree | 72 | 7 |
| First-professional degree | 65 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 37 | 2 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 29 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 28 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 23 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 3 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, University Of South Alabama had a total enrollment of 13,779 students (12,282 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 95% |
| Part-Time | 5% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 77% |
| Graduate | 22% |
| First Professional | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 67% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 79% |
| Mississippi | 9% |
| (International Students) | 5% |
| Florida | 3% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 70 % |
| Part-Time | 56 % |
University Of South Alabama offers campus housing for 4,436 of its 12,282 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Mobile, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Alabama Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,473 | 3,134 | 90% | 1,617 | 52% |
| Men | 1,497 | 1,326 | 89% | 699 | 53% |
| Women | 1,976 | 1,808 | 92% | 918 | 51% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 82% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,512 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,922 |
| Room and board | $ 7,438 |
| Room charge | $ 2,744 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,600 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,950 |
Financial Aid:
University Of South Alabama participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 105700)
University Of South Alabama has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 32 | $101,970 | 8 | $104,184 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 13 | $85,299 | 16 | $86,782 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 15 | $72,601 | 37 | $76,541 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 14 | $56,297 | 47 | $56,039 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 74 | $84,447 | 109 | $71,147 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 59 | $90,695 | 13 | $88,133 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 55 | $70,152 | 22 | $60,560 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 73 | $57,946 | 50 | $53,394 |
| Instructor | academic year | 27 | $47,254 | 52 | $44,541 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 215 | $68,666 | 137 | $54,481 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Sun Belt Conference |
| Baseball | Sun Belt Conference |
| Track | Sun Belt Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 80 | 90 | 170 |
| Track | 19 | 27 | 46 |
| Baseball | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| Basketball | 13 | 16 | 29 |
| All Other Sports | 18 | 47 | 65 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Managerial Economics
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Finance, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Geography
History, General
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Statistics, Other
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Hearing Sciences
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Physician Assistant
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
MEDICINE
Gerontology
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
Medicine (MD)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biomedical Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Environmental Toxicology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Meteorology
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other
Communication Disorders, General
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of South Alabama Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships Has hospital on campus NCAA athletic conference member
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