Growing with Quality

Record Enrollment

Enrollment by the Numbers

28,807
Total enrollment for fall 2009, the highest in UA history.

1,755
Increase in enrollment from fall 2008 to fall 2009.

5,207
Entering 2009 freshman class, the largest in UA history.

102
National Merit Scholars in 2009 freshman class.

25
National Achievement Scholars in 2009 freshman class.

5,105
Enrollment in graduate and first professional degree programs, up from 4,709 in 2008.

47%
Increase in UA enrollment since fall 2002.

With a record 28,807 students enrolled this fall, The University of Alabama continues to be the state’s largest university. Enrollment increased by 1,755 students, or 6.5 percent, over fall 2008, and this year’s freshman class once again increased in quality as well as size.

“Our enrollment is a tribute to our excellent faculty and staff and their dedication to our students,” said UA President Robert E. Witt. “We are pleased to welcome both new and returning students to campus this fall and look forward to a productive year.”

Enrollment at UA is up 47 percent since fall 2002. In continuing to achieve these record-breaking numbers, the university is following a carefully developed and executed growth plan that encompasses faculty, facilities and support functions.

“Our goal is to make sure the ‘Alabama experience’ is a positive one for every student,” said Witt. “We are pleased that students and their families continue to see value in an education from The University of Alabama.”

Since January 2003, UA has opened 40 new buildings, including 10 new residence halls, two new dining halls, and four new academic buildings. UA has completed renovations and additions of 1,390,287 square feet. UA is in various stages of design and construction for new, renovated and additional space for eight facilities.

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