University of South Alabama College of Medicine
#47 in Expensive Medical School Tuition
Founded in 1972, University of South Alabama College of Medicine is a Public school located in Mobile, AL.
University of South Alabama College of Medicine is ranked 47th in Expensive Medical School Tuition.
The following statements briefly introduce University of South Alabama College of Medicine along with key academic facts.
- The average MCAT Score of enrolled students at University of South Alabama College of Medicine is 510 - the average MCAT score of U.S. medical schools is 512.
- The average GPA of enrolled students at University of South Alabama College of Medicine is 3.83 - the average GPA score of U.S. medical schools is 3.77.
- The 2024 tuition & fees at University of South Alabama College of Medicine is $69,356 - the average medical school tuition is $61,203.
- The acceptance rate* at University of South Alabama College of Medicine is 4.92% - the average acceptance rate of U.S. medical school is 3.35%.
- Total 305 medical school students have enrolled to University of South Alabama College of Medicine for the academic year 2023-2024.
*The acceptance rate: percentage of applicants who are enrolled finally.
2024 University of South Alabama College of Medicine Tuition & Fees
The 2024 tuition at University of South Alabama College of Medicine is $35,149 for Alabama residents and $69,356 for out-of-state students. The 2024 tuition & fees is increased by 7.09% compared to the previous year rate (2023). University of South Alabama College of Medicine's tuition is 13.32% higher than average tuition of U.S. medical schools and 2.6% higher than average tuition of Alabama medical schools.
The medical school tuition differs and more expensive than the regular undergraduate and graduate programs. The average undergraduate program tuition & fees at University of South Alabama is $9,676 for Alabama residents and $18,652 for out-of-state students. The average graduate schools tuition & fees other than medical school is $9,040 for Alabama residents and $17,680 for out-of-state students
The average living costs including room & board and transportation costs is $14,555 and the personal miscellaneous expenses is $3,907.
| Alabama Residents | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| University of South Alabama College of Medicine Tuition & Fees | $35,149 | $69,356 |
| U.S. Public Medical School Average | $39,216 | $61,203 |
| Alabama Public Medical School Average | $35,174 | $67,568 |
| Living Costs | $14,555 | |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $3,907 | |
| Books & Supplies | $5,031 | |
| Undergraduate Program | $9,676 | $18,652 |
| Graduate Program | $9,040 | $17,680 |
4-Yeras MD Program Total Costs
The tuition for MD program varies by medical years depending on mandatory fees and required course works. The estimated COA (cost of attendance) for the standard four(4) years MD program at University of South Alabama College of Medicine is $249,700 for Alabama residents and $377,436 out-of-state students based on the current tuition rate.
The COA includes the costs for tuition & fees, room & board, transportation, books & supplies, and other personal miscellaneous expenses. The following table summarizes medical school costs for four(4) years by year and cost item.
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | 4 Years Estimation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | |||||
| Alabama Residents | $32,830 | $32,883 | $33,114 | $32,645 | $131,472 |
| Out-of-State | $64,764 | $64,817 | $65,048 | $64,579 | $259,208 |
| Room & Board / transportation | $18,775 | $18,775 | $22,526 | $18,775 | $78,851 |
| Books & Supplies | $5,000 | $5,249 | $4,249 | $6,569 | $21,067 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $5,898 | $4,084 | $4,244 | $4,084 | $18,310 |
| COA | |||||
| Alabama Residents | $62,503 | $60,991 | $64,133 | $62,073 | $249,700 |
| Out-of-State | $94,437 | $92,925 | $96,067 | $94,007 | $377,436 |
MCAT & GPA Scores
The average MCAT score of enrolled students at University of South Alabama College of Medicine is 510. Compared to the average MCAT of all medical schools, the MCAT score of University of South Alabama College of Medicine is around average of U.S. medical schools (the average score is 512).
The average GPA is 3.83 and it is around average compared to other medical schools (the average GPA is 3.77).
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| MCAT - University of South Alabama College of Medicine | 510 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 512 |
| Alabama Medical Schools | 510 |
| GPA - University of South Alabama College of Medicine | 3.83 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.77 |
| Alabama Medical Schools | 3.83 |
Acceptance Rate & Yield
The 2024 acceptance rate at University of South Alabama College of Medicine is 4.92% where 1,586 applicants have applied to and 78 students have accepted and finally enrolled to school.
The acceptance rate at USA College of Medicine is higher (easy to get in) compared to other medical schools in united states (the average acceptance rate is 3.97%). Note that the acceptance rate means the percentage of applicants who are accepted and enrolled (not just accepted).
| Total | Residency | Gender | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Other State | Men | Women | ||
| Applicants | 1,586 | 484 (30.5%) |
1,102 (69.5%) |
753 (47.5%) |
831 (52.4%) |
| Enrolled | 78 | 72 (92.3%) |
6 (7.7%) |
33 (42.3%) |
45 (57.7%) |
| Acceptance Rate | 4.92% | 14.89% | 0.55% | 4.38% | 5.42% |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.97% | 11.88% | 1.26% | 3.93% | 4.02% |
| Alabama Medical Schools | 4.55% | 21.64% | 0.63% | 4.06% | 4.99% |
New Students and Total Enrollment
For the academic year 2023-2024, total 78 first-time students have enrolled in University of South Alabama College of Medicine.By residency, 92.3% of new students is Alabama residents and 7.7% of enrolled students from other States. By gender, 57.7% of enrolled students is women and 42.3% is men students.
A total of 305 students have enrolled to University of South Alabama College of Medicine. By gender, there are 137 male and 168 female students at University of South Alabama College of Medicine.
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 305 |
| Men Students | 137 |
| Women Students | 168 |
| First-time Students | 78 |