Overview
The University of Montevallo is the only public liberal arts college in Alabama and is part of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges. The center of campus is a designated National Historic District, which features the James Wylie Shepherd Observatory, one of few in the world accessible to people of all disabilities. Montevallo is also home to the Ebenezer Swamp Ecological Preserve, 60-acres of wetlands and trees that are dotted with recycled-steel artwork created by UM students. “The Swamp” is used for multiple biology and environmental science classes.
Acceptance Rate:
60%
Average Net Price:
$16,435
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.6
Average ACT Composite
24
Average SAT Composite
1135
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $13,710 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $26,730 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,768 |
| Books and Supplies | $1020 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
62%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
42%
Average Aid Per Year
$11,694
42%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,554
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$9,545
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
4%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$1133
41%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,554
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$14,222,733
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$7,032,792
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
53%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,512
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,750
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$224
Students receiving federal loans
52%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,413
Average Other Loans Per Year
$13,327
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
6426
Students Applied
64%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
133
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 15 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | December 1 | |
| Other | May 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$30
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
68%
Submitting ACT
6%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 24
Average SAT Composite: 1135
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.6
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
2,586
Total Number of Undergrads
2,172
0
100
35%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
54%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
31
Faculty Overview
0
100
95%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
33
Countries Represented
25
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
33%
Student Organizations
97
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
48%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
50%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Freddie the Falcon
School Colors
purple and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
194
Total Female Athletes
175
Intramural Sports
13
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cheerleading-Dance Team
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
University of Montevallo Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$36,100
Top 5 Cities
Birmingham
Atlanta
Montgomery
Huntsville
Mobile
Top 5 Employers
University of Montevallo
Regions Bank
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Shelby County Board of Education
BBVA Compass
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Operations
Sales
Community and Social Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,750
Loan Default Rate
7%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$224
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI am currently a sophomore at the University of Montevallo and am definitely learning a lot in my classes. Due to the small teacher to student ratio, all of the teachers will at least recognize you as one of their students, if not know you by name and major. They realize that all students learn in different ways and will help you try to understand, or direct you to someone that may help you more.
Catherine from Cropwell, AL
I have learned so much here. I feel like I'm getting a private-school education. The professors are really passionate about what they teach which makes learning so much better.
Alexandria from Alabaster, AL
All of my classes are so small that I can tell that I'm really learning a lot. All of my professors are extremely approachable and always willing to help.
Hannah from Mc Calla, AL
Small teacher-student ration. There will be more hands on learning and you won't be just a number at most universities, they will know you by name.
Kaitlin from Roanoke, AL
This school has small classes sizes which allows a more focused and close relationship between student and teacher which is very beneficial. The campus itself is beautiful and antique with its tall trees and fresh walking grounds. Montevallo is a Arts and Science school and expresses great appreciation for students abilities and talents in everything from theatre to basketball.
Anna from Birmingham, AL
The University of Montevallo is an amazing place to further your education.
Everybody at the university is extremely friendly.
The people at this university takes the time out to give you true hands on help--true definition of hands-on is what they give.
Everybody at the university is extremely friendly.
The people at this university takes the time out to give you true hands on help--true definition of hands-on is what they give.
Tamara from Pleasant Grove, AL
Montevallo is great school the people are nice and friendly and the classes are interesting with teachers who care.
KanJalla from Tuscaloosa, AL
A well structured school with a beautiful Campus. It focus mainly on the arts, but has wonderful Business and Sciences programs, along with a new Game Studies minor. Great place where nothing is really out of place.
Rachel from Birmingham, AL
I am a small-town girl. I noticed that the student to teacher ratio here is somewhere along the lines of 20-1, this excites me because I am definitely not a fan of big classes.
Patricia from Brewton, AL
UM is a great school! The campus is beautiful, the students are friendly, and the classes are interesting. Also, they offer a lot of financial aid.
India from Loxley, AL
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