by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a AAMU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how AAMU measures up.
AAMU is ranked #1,538 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Alabama, it ranks #35 of 51 for value.
Among the majors AAMU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Education/Teaching of Individuals with Speech or Language Impairments | #4 of 7 |
| Special Education | #4 of 7 |
| Radio & Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician | #5 of 10 |
| Audiovisual Communications | #9 of 25 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #9 of 25 |
| Family & Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General | #18 of 35 |
| General Family & Consumer Sciences | #18 of 35 |
| Child and Family Studies | #18 of 35 |
| Communications Technologies & Support | #29 of 100 |
| Criminal Justice | #114 of 280 |
Read the full AAMU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Alabama A & M University is ranked #43 out of #56 in Alabama for quality and #35 out of #51 for Alabama value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the AAMU financial aid page to be sure.
Alabama A & M University is ranked #1,538 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Alabama A & M University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at AAMU costs about $19,406. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $77,623 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $27,015 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,621 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,406 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $77,623 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about AAMU net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a AAMU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $108,060 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,623 | #1,538 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,484 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $108,060 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,623 | #35 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,484 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at AAMU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,776 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,923 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,471 |
| $75K–$110K | $19,057 |
| Over $110K | $18,200 |
About 81% of AAMU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $12,495 per year. Get more details on the AAMU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the AAMU net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.