C
Average
Score: 47/100

Athens State University

4-Year Public
📍 Athens, Alabama 35611
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

2,955
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Athens State University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $251,770
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,272/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 35601 (5.0% cap, Decatur)

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🏆 Where Athens State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Technical Teacher Education
of 2 schools
#17
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
of 20 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,530 $15,060

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Elementary Education and Teaching 113 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 85 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 77 grads/yr Accounting 71 grads/yr Technical Teacher Education 59 grads/yr Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management 51 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 45 grads/yr Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching 35 grads/yr Education, Other 29 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 29 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 25 grads/yr Psychology, General 23 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 20 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 19 grads/yr Science/Technology Management 18 grads/yr Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management 17 grads/yr Mathematics, General 15 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 15 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 14 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 14 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Athens State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Student Demographics

2,955
Total Students
70%
Women
44%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 72%
Hispanic 5%
Black 15%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 8%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 70%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 44%
25-64 (Adult) 56%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Athens State University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Athens State University?
Tuition at Athens State University is $7,530 for in-state students and $15,060 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Athens State University?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Athens State University a good school?
Athens State University has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Athens State University?
Athens State University has a total enrollment of 2,955 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology