Troy University: Review & Facts

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Troy University is a large four-year, public school with 14,160 students enrolled. This institution was founded in 1887 and is the only institution located in Troy, Alabama.

Academic Offerings

Troy University will give you the opportunity to earn an associate's degree, bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered

64

Troy University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 64 majors. The most popular concentrations are Management, Business, Social Work, Psychology, and General Studies. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are usually a good sign. However, if you would like to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The rate of student retention at Troy University is fair at 75% (above Alabama average). Considering this statistic, apparently students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention

75%

Good

The graduation rate at Troy University is below average: 52%. Nearly 30% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Troy University is decent - 16:1. Read more information on instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition prices are fairly high, around $18,700 a year. The additional fees at Troy University (not included in tuition costs) are nearly $1,200, which totals $19,900 per year.

Read the details about Troy University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate

95%

Easy

As reported in recent data, 7,035 applications were submitted and 6,672 were accepted, so it is very easy to get admitted at this school.

The school might accept dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits at entry.

Learn more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Troy University in the Admissions and Tests report for this school.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price

$3,900

Medium

Troy University offers a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a solid option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Troy University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade

C

Unsafe

Troy University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates roughly 2,000 students, which offers a nice on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low, about $3,900 per year.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Troy University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available

Yes

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime data, Troy University seems to be a relatively safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Troy University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Troy University
University Avenue
Troy, Alabama
36082-0001, USA