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Alabama's most affordable health services programs show striking cost variations, with University of West Alabama offering the lowest net price at $13,832 while Tuskegee University tops the range at $32,977. Public universities dominate the budget-friendly options, with three schools under $15,000 annually. The state's growing aerospace sector, anchored by NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and major automotive manufacturers like Hyundai, creates steady demand for health support services. Graduation rates span from 15.40% at South University-Montgomery to nearly 80% at Samford University, reflecting significant quality differences among programs.
11
Programs
$13,832 – $32,977
Net Price Range
$25,952
Avg. Program Earnings
51.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,832 $10,990 38.0% 68.9%
2 $13,869 $9,792 46.8% 94.8%
3 $14,850 $12,426 51.1% 78.5%
4 $17,727 $8,832 62.4% 86.7%
5 $19,514 $23,270 56.1% 72.6%
6 $21,401 $28,650 46.9% 66.0%
7 $23,351 $22,750 64.2% 57.2%
8 $23,384 $21,838 49.9% 68.1%
9 $25,157 $18,238 15.4%
10 $30,795 $38,144 79.9% 83.3%
11 $32,977 $23,440 57.1% 29.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of West Alabama the most affordable option for health services?

West Alabama charges just $13,832 in net costs with in-state tuition of $10,990, making it the cheapest program statewide. The school maintains a 38% graduation rate with 68.86% acceptance rate, offering accessible entry into health services education.

How do public versus private schools compare for health services costs in Alabama?

Public universities average significantly lower costs, with the top three affordable options all being state institutions under $15,000 annually. Private schools range from $19,514 at Spring Hill College to $32,977 at Tuskegee University, representing a substantial premium over public alternatives.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Alabama health services programs?

Higher-priced programs generally show better graduation outcomes, with Samford University achieving 79.90% at $30,795 net cost. However, Birmingham-Southern College delivers 64.20% graduation rates at $23,351, demonstrating quality education at moderate pricing.

Where can students find the best earnings potential after graduation?

South University-Montgomery graduates earn $30,520 annually, the highest reported among Alabama health services programs, despite the school's concerning 15.40% graduation rate. Jacksonville State graduates earn $21,383 with much stronger completion rates at 51.10%.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.