University of Montevallo

The University of Montevallo is a public university located in Montevallo, Alabama, with an enrollment of approximately 2,151 students. The school admits a majority of applicants — its acceptance rate of 53.9% means that roughly half of those who apply are offered admission. About 32.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a significant share of the student body has demonstrated financial need.

In-state tuition is $13,948 per year, and out-of-state tuition is $26,968 per year. The average annual net price — the total estimated cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, and living expenses, after grant and scholarship aid is applied — is $17,683. This figure represents an average across aided students and individual costs will vary. About 41.5% of all students borrow federal student loans, and among those who completed a credential, the median federal loan debt was $24,000. Of borrowers entering repayment, 51.7% are successfully reducing their loan balance within three years.

The university offers programs across a range of career-relevant fields, including data science, database administration, environmental science, financial analysis, and education. For those interested in technology, the school also offers preparation in areas such as AI and machine learning engineering and DevOps.

The graduation rate is 54.1%, meaning just over half of students who begin at Montevallo complete a credential within the standard measurement window. The retention rate of 72.8% reflects the share of first-year students who return for their second year. Median earnings of $42,957 are reported 10 years after enrollment and are measured across all federally aided students who enrolled — including those who did not complete a degree — so this figure may understate the earnings of graduates specifically.

Prospective students considering the University of Montevallo should weigh the net price against their likely aid package, the loan repayment data against expected earnings in their chosen field, and the completion rate as a factor in planning. These figures together provide a practical starting point for evaluating whether the school is a sound fit for career and financial goals.