C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
N/R
Outcome Rating
No earnings reported

Birmingham-Southern College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Birmingham, Alabama 35254
🌐 www.bsc.edu/
Birmingham-Southern College — acceptance rate 52%, tuition $21,500
Birmingham-Southern College — acceptance rate 52%, tuition $21,500
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
F
19/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
A+
90/100
Prestige
D
38/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

731
Total Enrollment
64%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
52%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $21,500 $21,500
Room $8,300
Board $6,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $40,380 $40,380

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
23%
Receive Pell Grants
85%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Program data not available for this institution.

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Student Demographics

731
Total Students
44%
Women
99%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Hispanic 8%
Black 16%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 99%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Birmingham-Southern College?
Birmingham-Southern College has an acceptance rate of 52%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Birmingham-Southern College?
Tuition at Birmingham-Southern College is $21,500 for in-state students and $21,500 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Birmingham-Southern College?
The graduation rate at Birmingham-Southern College is 64%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Birmingham-Southern College a good school?
Birmingham-Southern College has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Birmingham-Southern College?
Birmingham-Southern College has a total enrollment of 731 students. Most students (99%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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