University of Alabama vs University of Texas at Austin

UT Austin is more selective with an acceptance rate of 29.0% compared to 80.0%. Both schools look at GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations in their admissions process.

At sticker price, Alabama costs less over 4 years ($178,000 vs $213,400). However, financial aid can dramatically change the actual cost. Alabama offers an average of $13,100/year in aid while UT Austin offers $14,990/year. Always compare your actual net price after aid.

The average SAT score at Alabama is 1260 and at UT Austin it is 1370. Keep in mind that admitted students often score across a range, and many schools practice holistic admissions where test scores are just one factor.

Graduates of UT Austin have a higher average starting salary ($68,500 vs $58,400). Salary outcomes vary significantly by major, industry, and location — so this is a general average across all graduates.

Alabama has a 19:1 student-to-faculty ratio while UT Austin has 17:1. A lower ratio generally means smaller class sizes and more individual attention from professors.

Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama (suburban setting) with a 1,168-acre campus. UT Austin is in Austin, Texas (urban setting) with 431 acres. Alabama competes in NCAA D1 athletics and UT Austin in NCAA D1.