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University of Alabama at Birmingham vs University of North Alabama

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

University of Alabama at Birmingham University of North Alabama
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 88% 87%
SAT range (mid 50%) 1,210-1,450 n/a
ACT range (mid 50%) 23-30 n/a
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $18,749 $12,170
Sticker cost of attendance $28,145 $23,786
Graduation rate 64% 55%
Retention rate 80% 80%
Undergraduates 11,635 5,811
Student-faculty ratio 18:1 18:1
Setting Birmingham, AL Florence, AL
Type Public Public
Application fee $40 n/a
Test policy Required for some n/a

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the 2026-2027 cycle.

Common questions

Is University of Alabama at Birmingham or University of North Alabama harder to get into?

University of North Alabama is more selective, with a 87% acceptance rate versus 88% at University of Alabama at Birmingham. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, University of Alabama at Birmingham or University of North Alabama?

University of North Alabama has the lower average net price ($12,170 versus $18,749). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.