School Information

29.9
Total Cost $14,835
Total Enrollment 29,328
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 22 : 1

Troy University

http://www.troy.edu
University Avenue, Troy, Alabama 36082-0001
(334) 670-3100

Troy University is a public institution comprised of a network of campuses throughout Alabama and worldwide. International in scope, Troy University provides a variety of educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a diverse student body in traditional, nontraditional and emerging electronic formats. Academic programs are supported by a variety of student services which promote the welfare of the individual student. Troy University's dedicated faculty and staff promote discovery and exploration of knowledge and its application to life-long success through effective teaching, service, creative partnerships, scholarship and research.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Campus Setting Rural: Fringe
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Troy University, 82.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 42.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $4,766), and 51% receive loans ($8,880 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $5,441. Off campus it is around $4,572.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Troy University is $9,364 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Troy University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $4,924
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $9,556
Tuition Graduate in State $3,960
Tuition Graduate Out of State $7,920
Living Costs
Troy University Total Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $14,835
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $19,467
Total Expense In State Off Campus $15,436
Total Expense in State off Campus With Family $10,558
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus $20,068
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus With Familhy $15,190
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 5,999 people applied to Troy University. Of the applicants, 66.0% were admitted (59.0% male & 73.0% female ) and 73.0% accepted (76.0% male and 72.0% female)

Of the 22,212 undergraduate students at Troy University, 50.0% are part-time. And 70.0% of the 7,116 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     65.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     72.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     75.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     22.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     43.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     37.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone 1-800-551-9716
Admissions Office Email ask@troy.edu
Admissions Office Address Troy, Alabama 36082
Admissions Website http://admissions.troy.edu/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.troy.edu/application
Application Fee $30

In order to be accepted to Troy University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 23
ACT English (25th Percentile) 17
ACT English (75th Percentile) 24
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 16
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 22
 
Troy University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 51
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 49
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography 2
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 29 740 846
Accounting 113
Business Administration and Management, General 236 616
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other 164
Business/Commerce, General 29 101 3
Finance, General 41
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 227
Management Information Systems, General 22
Marketing, Other 63
Communication, journalism, and related programs 65
Journalism 31
Radio and Television 34
Computer and information sciences and support services 2 128 1
Computer and Information Sciences, General 2 128 1
Education 54 223 761
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching 7
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 8 9
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 11 3
Education, General 1 498
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 15 68
Elementary Education and Teaching 30 143 139
Secondary Education and Teaching 39 29
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 30 8
Engineering technologies/technicians 10
Surveying Technology/Surveying 10
English language and literature/letters 24
English Language and Literature, General 15
Speech and Rhetorical Studies 9
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 1
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General 1
Health professions and related clinical sciences 60 88 25
Athletic Training/Trainer 9
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 60 76 25
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other 3
History 18
History, General 18
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 355 20
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 355 20
Mathematics and statistics 23
Mathematics, General 23
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 10
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 10
Natural resources and conservation 1
Environmental Science 1
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 32 31
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 32 31
Physical Sciences 2
Chemistry, General 6
Psychology 348 274
Community Psychology 84
Counseling Psychology 190
Psychology, General 348
Public administration and social service professions 84 247
Public Administration 247
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other 52
Social Work 32
Security and protective services 404 89
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 89
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 404
Social sciences 204 136
International Relations and Affairs 136
Political Science and Government, General 63
Social Sciences, General 135
Sociology 6
Visual and performing arts 26
Art/Art Studies, General 23
Music, General 3
 
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