Auburn University

About the university

Auburn University is a public research university located in Auburn, Alabama, USA. It is known for strong programs in engineering, business, agriculture, architecture, veterinary medicine, and aviation. The university emphasizes hands-on learning, research, and industry collaboration, particularly in engineering and applied sciences. Auburn has a strong campus culture and community spirit, with a large student population and active campus life. It is recognized for producing highly employable graduates, especially in engineering, technology, and business sectors, and maintains strong ties with U.S. industry and government organizations.

Key information

  • Location: Auburn, USA
  • Ranking #203
  • QS #801
  • THE #401
  • US News #105
  • National ranking #120
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Engineering
  • Business Administration
  • Architecture
  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Agriculture
  • Computer Science
  • Aviation Management

Programs (9)

  • Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Business Administration
  • Pharmacy
  • Computer Science
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Economics
  • Nursing

Student body

  • Total students: 31,500
  • Undergraduate: 24,700
  • Graduate: 6,800
  • International students: 10%

Campus life

Auburn University offers a traditional American college experience with a strong sense of community, school spirit, and campus engagement. Students participate in over 500 organizations, Greek life, athletics, and research programs. The campus is known for its Southern culture, hospitality, and active sports culture, especially college football. Academic life is complemented by internships, research opportunities, and strong industry connections, particularly in engineering and business.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: $800 - $1,500 / per month

Housing options

  • On-campus residence halls
  • Off-campus apartments
  • University housing communities
  • Shared housing

Student clubs and organizations

  • Student Government
  • Engineering Society
  • Business Club
  • Agricultural Club
  • Cultural Organizations
  • Sports Clubs
  • Entrepreneurship Club

Sports

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Swimming
  • Track and Field
  • Tennis

Career & internships

Employment rate: 93%

Partner companies

  • Boeing
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Amazon
  • Microsoft
  • Deloitte
  • IBM
  • NASA

Internships: Auburn University provides strong internship and co-op programs across engineering, business, agriculture, and technology fields. Students gain hands-on experience through partnerships with major U.S. companies and government agencies. Career services actively support job placement and internship matching, leading to high employability rates after graduation.

Admission requirements

Required documents

  • High School Diploma
  • Academic Transcripts
  • SAT/ACT (optional)
  • English Proficiency Test (IELTS/TOEFL)
  • Application Form
  • Recommendation Letters
  • Personal Statement

Minimum GPA: 3

Tuition costs

  • $33,000 - $39,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 44.00%
  • Scholarships available: Auburn University offers merit-based scholarships, need-based aid, and departmental awards for international and domestic students. Scholarships are competitive and based on academic performance, leadership, and extracurricular achievements. International students may receive partial tuition reductions. The university also provides assistantships for graduate students and external funding opportunities. Early application increases scholarship eligibility.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1856
  • Teaching languages: english
  • Study formats: offline, online

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