Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001016
- Phone: (256) 331-5200
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
88.78%FINANCIAL AID RATE
94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
58FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,335Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
College Video Tour
School Map
University of North Alabama
800 George Wallace Blvd, Muscle Shoals, AL
UNA is a public institution located in Florence, Alabama and provides a large number of program options for students. Approximately 7,200 students are enrolled yearly at UNA.
Areas of study available at University of North Alabama include but are not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Communications And Journalism
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Very common exam scores among applicants accepted to UNA are between 18 - 25 on the ACT, or 845 - 1065 on the SAT. 88% of applicants are accepted to University of North Alabama, of which 48 percent choose to attend. Detailed information on school admissions can be gathered via UNA or by completing the form on this page.
The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $6,700 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $12,000 annually. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $3,000. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for UNA is the "Lions", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Students can visit the UNA website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates University of North Alabama accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at University of North Alabama is about 7,500, where graduate students make up roughly 13% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $12,100. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $35 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State Tuition: $9,600-$12,000
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $19,000-$23,040
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $320-$380 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $640-$770 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 82% | $6,542 |
Receiving Student Loans | 69% | $8,451 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, University of North Alabama may offer services including:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of North Alabama is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Atlantic Sun Conference)
- Basketball (Atlantic Sun Conference)
- Football (Big South Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Beach Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of North Alabama by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Marine Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B, C)
- Finance (B)
- Information Systems (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B, C, M)
- Secondary Education (B, M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (C, M)
- Special Education (M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Education (C)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
History
- History (B, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Geography (B, C, M)
- Social Science (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of North Alabama.
- Athens State University in Alexander City, AL (40 miles away)
- University of Alabama in Huntsville in Montgomery, AL (59 miles away)
- Mississippi University for Women in University, MS (100 miles away)
- Middle Tennessee State University in Memphis, TN (103 miles away)
- University of Montevallo in Mobile, AL (104 miles away)
Also, you can compare schools by looking through our list of colleges & universities:
- Compare schools and see a list of all colleges in Alabama
- Get a list of all state universities in Alabama
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001016
- Phone: (256) 331-5200
- School Homepage