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Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 18:1
Full-Time Student Population 20,996
Part-Time Student Population 3,606
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 1,184
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 159
Total FT Faculty 1,196
Faculty with Terminal Degree 93%
Average Faculty Salary $80,491
Full-Time Retention Rate 87%
Part-Time Retention Rate 22%
Transfer-Out Rate 22%
Graduation Rate 66%
Programs/Majors Offered 109
Average Course Load 14 credits
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? No
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 students: 27%
  • 20 to 49 students: 59%
  • 50 or more students: 14%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Most students seem satisfied with their teachers at Auburn. However, as with any university, there are some teachers that don’t meet the standard. The biggest problems that students encounter with their teachers are difficulty understanding foreign teachers, particularly teacher assistants (TAs) and getting stuck in lecture classes.

As a freshman or sophomore, large classes are usually hard to avoid. However, students feel that personally confronting any teacher with a problem you might have will definitely be a benefit to them. Also, while it may be an obstacle to understand a teacher with a foreign accent, that doesn’t mean they are any less willing to help students in the class. Students claim that most teachers are approachable and helpful, so don’t be afraid to confront your teachers in class or during their posted office hours. Their job is to help students do the best that they can during their time at Auburn. And most teachers succeed with flying colors, particularly navy and orange.

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Academics at Auburn University

Rhett486

Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering '15

5.0
A+

Aerospace Engineering at Auburn

Auburn University has a great Aerospace program. There is a lot of work, but there needs to be to better prepare students for the workforce. One thing that I believe is unique to Auburn is the amount of opportunities to get involved. I am part of the Auburn AHAB team which is a branch of the Auburn University Space Program and I do not believe I would have been able to accomplish what I have at any other school.

Apr 04, 2012

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lindseyp15

Logistics and Supply Chain Management '15

5.0
A+

Auburn Is Awesome

The overall academics at Auburn is very good. It is a well rounded school with a lot of different opportunities for different fields of study, study abroad, internship experience, etc.

The registration process, while somewhat frustrating, is pretty efficient with a completely electronic process that you can complete while laying in bed.

The professors are exceptional. Each one I have encountered is willing to go out of their way to help students succeed.

Mar 28, 2012

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paul2010

Mechanical Engineering '14

5.0
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Mechanical Engineering

Auburn University is a top-notch school with Engineering degree plans. This University has more staff devoted to this major than any other major at the University, and the attentiveness of the staff and professors are second to none! Advisors make every effort to assign the curriculum to a student in the best interest of success in their subject areas. Additionally, the facility of Auburn offers unique internships designed to assist students in their "Engineering Success" and ease of transition to the working world following graduation.

Feb 29, 2012

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User rating for Auburn University - Academics is 4.6 out of 5 based on 44 user reviews.

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Facts

Instructional Programs Occupational: No
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: No
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 5, 6, or 7
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • Agriculture
  • Architecture, Design, & Construction
  • Business
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Forestry and Wildlife Sciences
  • Honors College
  • Human Sciences
  • Liberal Arts
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy
  • Sciences and Mathematics
  • Veterinary Medicine
Degrees Awarded
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Other
  • Post-bachelor's certificate
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Accounting: 2%
  • Biology and Biological Sciences: 2%
  • Business Administration and Management: 4%
  • Finance, General: 2%
Special Study Options
  • Distance learning opportunities
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Best Places to Study
  • New Student Center
  • Ralph Brown Draughon Library
Did You Know? The building known as the Haley Center is where the majority of freshman classes are held. This building is also one of the hardest to navigate. Room numbers are split into three sections: floor number, quadrant number, and room number. So, for example, room 3122 would be on the third floor, first quadrant, in room 22. Good luck!

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