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Auburn University

Public Auburn, AL · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
81%
Graduation Rate
$65,337
Earnings (10yr)
$24,323
Net Price
46%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Auburn University has a graduation rate of 81%, reflecting the institution's commitment to student success. With nearly 27,000 enrolled students, Auburn combines a vibrant campus life with strong academic outcomes. This high graduation rate indicates that students are well-supported in their educational journeys.

The economic mobility data specific to Auburn is not available, but the average earnings for graduates ten years after enrollment stand at $65,337. This figure suggests that Auburn graduates tend to find stable employment and earn competitive salaries in their fields. The university's focus on programs like Business & Marketing, Engineering, and Health Professions positions students for strong career trajectories.

In terms of cost, the net price for attending Auburn is $24,323, with a median debt of $21,000 upon graduation. These figures suggest that students who manage their finances wisely can graduate with a manageable debt load. Auburn is a good fit for students who value a solid education and seek to enter high-demand fields after graduation.

Rankings

How Auburn Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation81%Earnings 10yr$65KNet Price$24KRetention95%Median Debt$21KPell Grant Rate13%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$17K$0-30K$18K$30-48K$21K$48-75K$30K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%333.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3198.6%MOBILITY106.58%

Cost & Financial Aid

$12,890
In-State Tuition
$34,922
Out-of-State
$24,323
Avg Net Price
$21,000
Median Debt
13%
Pell Grant Rate
26%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$16,681
Family Income $0–$30K
$17,627
Family Income $30K–$48K
$20,558
Family Income $48K–$75K
$29,547
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$54,629
6 Years After Entry
$61,406
8 Years
$65,337
10 Years
0.32x
Debt-to-Earnings
74%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$54,629 6yr $61,406 8yr $65,337 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

106.58%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3198.6%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
333.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$123,200
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.50
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.6%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.486%
Inventor Rate
193
Total Patents
313
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 46%
Retention Rate 95%
SAT Average 1345
SAT Range 1260–1390
ACT Range 26–31
Full-Time Faculty 87%
Faculty Salary (mo) $12,324
Diversity Index 0.31
First-Gen Students 17%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 26%
Engineering 16%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Health Professions 6%
Communications 5%
Education 4%
Psychology 4%
Computer Science & IT 3%