Selma University Rankings
| Ranking | Category |
|---|---|
| #7223 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1965 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #1875 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #31 of 33 | In Alabama |
| #5262 of 5,782 | For Organic Chemistry |
| #5410 of 5,983 | For Biochemistry |
| #5523 of 6,004 | For Genetics |
| #5879 of 6,545 | For Chemistry |
| #6272 of 6,833 | For Biology |
Quick Review
- Religion
- Baptist
- Acceptance rate
- 100%
- Undergraduates
- 47
- Graduates
- 13
- Male:Female Ratio
- 48:52
- Control
- Private
not-for-profit - Highest Degree
- Master's degree
- Website
- www.selmauniversity.edu
Selma University Acceptance rate and admissions statistics
Selma University has an acceptance rate of 100% and is among the 23% of the easiest universities to gain admission to in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.
59 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
Admissions requirements
Selma University has an open admission policy (non-competitive). The only requirement is a certificate of attendance or a highschool diploma or a General Educational Development certificate.
Enrollment demographics by race or ethnicity
| Black or African American | 60 (100%) |
|---|
Costs per year: Tuition, Housing, Fees
The average net cost to attend Selma University is $10,262 per year, calculated as the sum of the average cost of tuition, room and board, books, and supplies, reduced by the amount of average financial aid received.
The final cost of attendance varies for each student based on household income, residency, program, and other factors.
Average costs by household income
| <$30K | $9,229 |
|---|---|
| $30-48K | $5,660 |
| $48-75K | $4,841 |
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | Graduates | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $4,800 | $4,800 |
| Tuition in-state | $4,800 | $4,800 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $4,800 | $4,800 |
Room and board costs
| Dormitory capacity | 66 |
|---|---|
| Combined charge for room and board | $3,600 |
| Room charge | $3,200 |
| Meal charge | $3,200 |
Selma University majors
Selma University has granted 6 bachelor's degrees across 2 programs and 7 master's in Theology and Religious Vocations, Other. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at Selma University.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor | Master |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other | 2 | 5 | 7 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | 1 | ||
| Grand Total | 2 | 6 | 7 |
Selma University has a graduation rate of 24%, which is among the 7% lowest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 24% | 30% | 19% |
| |||
Publications & Citations
Selma University has published 148 scientific papers with 2,111 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Genetics, Engineering, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicine, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, and Physics.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 | 18 |
| 1993 | 5 | 33 |
| 1994 | 3 | 23 |
| 1995 | 5 | 25 |
| 1996 | 7 | 31 |
| 1997 | 2 | 30 |
| 1998 | 2 | 29 |
| 1999 | 2 | 44 |
| 2000 | 3 | 35 |
| 2001 | 2 | 36 |
| 2002 | 1 | 45 |
| 2003 | 5 | 59 |
| 2004 | 0 | 37 |
| 2005 | 0 | 37 |
| 2006 | 2 | 44 |
| 2007 | 1 | 42 |
| 2008 | 1 | 43 |
| 2009 | 2 | 45 |
| 2010 | 4 | 42 |
| 2011 | 2 | 42 |
| 2012 | 3 | 48 |
| 2013 | 6 | 59 |
| 2014 | 0 | 78 |
| 2015 | 0 | 91 |
| 2016 | 0 | 75 |
| 2017 | 4 | 136 |
| 2018 | 4 | 118 |
| 2019 | 5 | 112 |
| 2020 | 1 | 102 |
| 2021 | 6 | 126 |
| 2022 | 4 | 120 |
| 2023 | 2 | 87 |
| 2024 | 1 | 67 |
Notable alumni
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William Pickens
- Occupations
- journalistessayisteducator
- Biography
-
William Pickens was an American orator, educator, journalist, and essayist. He wrote multiple articles and speeches, and penned two autobiographies, first The Heir of Slaves (1911) and second Bursting Bonds (1923). In the latter book he noted race-motivated attacks on African Americans, both in the urban riots of 1919, which took place across the country, and in lynchings in 1921.
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D. Augustus Straker
- Years
- 1842-1908 (aged 66)
- Occupations
- lawyer
- Biography
-
D. Augustus Straker was an American teacher, lawyer, and jurist. He won elections to the South Carolina legislature but was denied his seat on multiple occasions.
General info
| Total FTE staff | 18 |
|---|---|
| Carnegie classification | Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions |
Location and contacts
| Address | 1501 Boynton St, Dinkins Hall Selma, Alabama, 36701 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 18,000 |
| Phone | 3345261718104 |