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About University of Montevallo

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University of Montevallo is a public university in Montevallo, AL, known for its public liberal arts focus, small class sizes, and arts and design strength. With an acceptance rate of 60%, University of Montevallo is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 544 students each year. University of Montevallo is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. University of Montevallo offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,011 per year; the sticker price of $40,866 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Montevallo acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

60%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Montevallo

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Demonstrated Interest
Montevallo is a small residential campus in a tight-knit college town, and the admissions office pays close attention to students who make the effort to visit in person. Sign up for a guided tour or an open house through their admissions page so your visit is logged in their system.
Test Score Strategy
Montevallo is test optional, so you are not required to submit scores that fall below their middle range. Focus your application energy on your GPA, activities, and any personal statement prompts instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Montevallo actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$41k/yr$14.5k
30k-48k~$41k/yr$16.1k
48k-75k~$41k/yr$18.6k
75k-110k~$41k/yr$20.4k
110k+~$41k/yr$21.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

49%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$35k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,008
Undergrad Enrollment
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