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Summary
Athens State University is a public institution that was founded in 1822. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,389 and its setting is city. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Its in-state tuition and fees are $5,340 (2011-12); out-of-state tuition and fees are $9,930 (2011-12).
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Athens State University, offering coursework at the junior and senior level, is the baccalaureate degree granting institution of the Alabama College System. Governed under the authority of the Alabama State Board of Education, and in conjunction with the other institutions of the Alabama College System, Athens State University provides affordable education in an environment which recognizes diversity and nurtures the discovery and application of knowledge. Located in northern Alabama, Athens State University acknowledges a commitment to primarily serve transfer students of the Alabama College System as well as students from other accredited institutions of higher education. The University prepares students for professional careers, graduate school, lifelong learning, and enrichment. The University, through quality teaching, individual attention, and a varied course delivery system, assists students in the timely achievement of their professional and career goals. In addition, Athens State University offers programs of continuing education and community services that provide a variety of cultural and professional opportunities. |
General Information
| School type | public, coed college |
| Year founded | 1822 |
| Religious affiliation | N/A |
| Academic calendar | semester |
| Setting | city |
| 2011 Endowment | $1,997,418 |
Applying
Interested in applying to Athens State University? The application fee at Athens State University is $30. It is least selective.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | least selective |
| Fall 2011 acceptance rate | N/A |
| Application deadline | N/A |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | N/A |
Academic Life
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Student Life
Athens State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,389, with a gender distribution of 35.0 percent male students and 65.0 percent female students.
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| Collegiate athletic association | N/A |
Campus Info & Services
| Students who have cars on campus | N/A |
| Health insurance offered | No |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | N/A |
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Paying for School
At Athens State University, 2.0 percent of full-time undergraduates receive some kind of need-based financial aid and the average need-based scholarship or grant award is $7,088.
Paying for college doesn't have to be difficult or devastating. Go to the Paying for College knowledge center to get advice on raising cash and reducing costs.
| In-state tuition and fees | $5,340 (2011-12) |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $9,930 (2011-12) |
| Room and board | N/A |
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* Overview details based on 2011 data
