Overview
Enrollment
Troy University is a public institution located in Troy, Alabama, approximately 50 miles southeast of Montgomery. The main campus spans 820 acres in Alabama's Wiregrass region, featuring a mix of traditional brick buildings and modern facilities. Founded in 1887 as Troy Normal School to train educators, the institution evolved through several names before becoming Troy University in 2005 through a merger of its satellite campuses. The university maintains a notable presence in international education with partnerships across multiple countries, and offers comprehensive programs in business, education, nursing, and communication arts, with particular recognition for its journalism and risk management insurance programs. Students can choose from on-campus housing options including traditional residence halls and apartment-style living, while the university's athletic teams, known as the Trojans, compete in NCAA Division I as members of the Sun Belt Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
TROY is rated within the lower 29% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Troy University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#963 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#395 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Alabama
#9 in Best Public Colleges in Alabama
#56 in Best Value Colleges in Alabama
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 950/1150 |
| ACT | 17/24 |
| GPA | 3.5 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Alabama Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $7,599 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,766 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,977 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $7,599 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,766 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,289 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 30% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 13% |
| Psychology | 13% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 10% |
| Education | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=102368 IPEDS survey data for Troy University.
Current students may use the Troy University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024