by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Alabama State worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Alabama State is ranked #1,516 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within Alabama, it ranks #29 of 51 for value.
These Alabama State majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | #5 of 15 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #5 of 15 |
| Healthcare Administration / Management | #42 of 68 |
| Performing Arts | #43 of 92 |
| Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions | #46 of 90 |
| General Information Science | #62 of 124 |
| Information Systems | #62 of 124 |
| Information Science | #62 of 124 |
| Other Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | #106 of 210 |
| Physical Education Teaching & Coaching | #121 of 263 |
Below is the detailed Alabama State value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Alabama State University is ranked #47 out of #56 in Alabama for quality and #29 out of #51 for Alabama value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Alabama State financial aid page to be sure.
Alabama State University is ranked #1,516 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Alabama State 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 Alabama State costs about $20,560. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $82,242 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $23,571 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $20,435 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $20,560 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $82,242 |
*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 Alabama State net price and the factors that affect it.
What Alabama State costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Alabama State 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 | $94,284 | — | — |
| All Students | $82,242 | #1,516 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $81,740 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $94,284 | — | — |
| All Students | $82,242 | #29 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $81,740 | — | — |
*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 Alabama State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,512 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,047 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,155 |
| $75K–$110K | $15,771 |
| Over $110K | $11,863 |
About 96% of Alabama State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,569 per year. Get more details on the Alabama State 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 Alabama State net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.