Auburn University

Auburn University is surely a good option for international students mainly beacuse of a diverse range of excellent academic programs across various professional schools and colleges. 

Here are the reasons why you should go for Auburn University

Academics:  Auburn University offers more than 150 majors and courses to international students every year. Some of the popular courses at Auburn University are Registered Nursing, Psychology, Exercise Sciences, Biology and Biomedical Sciences, Elementary Education, Accounting, and Marketing Management.

Placements: As per the First Destination Survey (2020), the overall average annual salary stood at $55,478 and the overall median salary stood at $55,000. The salaries varied on the basis of different colleges, the details of which are provided below in a table:

College

Average Salary

Median Salary

College of Agriculture

$44,545

$43,000

College of Architecture, Design and Construction

$57,579

$61,000

College of Education

$44,176

$42,000

College of Human Sciences

$42,298

$43,000

College of Liberal Arts

$40,655

$40,000

College of Sciences and Mathematics

$44,986

$40,000

Raymond J. Harbert College of Business

$54,152

$53,000

Samuel Ginn College of Engineering

$67,541

$70,000

School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences

$38,350

$37,750

School of Nursing

$50,948

$50,000

(souce Shiksha placements)

Location of the university - The Auburn University is in Albama and it is in a location where arts & culture, technology industry and entertainment industry providing endless internship. International Students have access to beaches, outdoor activities, live music/performances and attractions which makes their make campus life more enjoyable. The location gives Auburn students an additional mark to study.

Ranking: Auburn University ranks 851-900 in QS World University Ranking in 2026 and 623 in Global Universities US News & World Report in 2025. 

Fees: : The cost of attending Auburn University for Indian students can vary depending on many factors. Tuition fees for international students at Auburn University are typically higher than for US citizens. However, it is important that the tuition fee can change over time, and it is recommended to visit the official website to recheck the fees and accommodation.

Overall this information could be useful for students who are considering them.

Here is the comparison highlighting the differences between the Universities:

Name of The University

Ranking

Acceptance Rate

#851-900

44%

#901-950

77%

(The comparison of fees was between the BTech course for UG and the MBA course for PG)

The Auburn University and Western Michigan University are some of the best universities for pursuing higher education in the USA. UMass Amherst was established in 1856 and is located in Auburn, Alabama, USA. Whereas, Western Michigan University was established in 1903 and is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA.

Both the universities have their own needs and requirements. When choosing a university, students must check factors such as cost, placement rate, scholarship offered, programs, and more. Check the comparison listed below between Auburn University and Western Michigan University. This will help students in gaining more clarity on these universities respectively:

Parameters

Auburn University

Western Michigan University

Establishment

1856

1903

Location

Auburn, Alabama, USA

Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA

Shiksha Popularity Rankings

#473 in World

#729 in World

University Type

Public

Public

Acceptance Rate

44%

85%

Popular Streams

Finance | Psychology | Mechanical Engineering

Computer Science | Chemistry | Mathematics

Auburn University and University of Kansas both are among the top choices of international students in the USA. Every university offers something unique for its international students to stand out of the herd. Both universities have its advantages and disadvantages.

Auburn University acceptance rate stands at 50%, which makes it competitive to secure admission. This means out of 100 students, around 50 students are enrolled in the university. On the other hand, University of Kansas acceptance rate is 88%, which makes it somewhat competitive to secure admission. This figure states that out of every 100 students, around 88 students are enrolled at Kansas. Check the comparison listed below between Auburn University and University of Kansas. The below comparison will help students in gaining more clarity on these universities respectively:

Parameters

Auburn University

University of Kansas

Establishment

1856

1865

Location

Auburn, Alabama, USA

Lawrence, Kansas, USA

Shiksha Popularity Rankings

#442 in World

#349 in World

University Type

Public

Public

University Rating on Shiksha

NA

4.3/5

QS Rankings 2026

#851-900

#465

Acceptance Rate

50%

88%

Placement Rate

81%

94.6%

Average Salary

INR 53.82 LPA

INR 45.19 LPA

UG Annual Fee

INR 28.17 L - 29.78 L

INR 24.99 L - 26.49 L

PG Annual Fee

INR 5.71 L - 42.21 L

INR 24.99 L - 26.49 L

Popular Streams

Finance | Psychology | Mechanical Engineering
 

Aerospace Engineering | Computer Science | Mechanical Engineering

With <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/what-is-grade-point-average-gpa-and-how-it-affects-your-admissions-to-the-us-universities-articlepage-365">GPA</a> of 3.9, Auburn looks for students with A grades. With such high GPA, you need to be at top of your class to get admission at Auburn. Apart from GPA, you can take Andhra Pradesh courses to showc that you are ready for college level academics. Also, as per Auburn, most of their admitted students have a GPA greater than 3.3. 

Auburn University is known for offering excellent academic degrees in the schools of architecture, engineering, veterinary medicine, nursing, and business. Also, Auburn University is classified among 'R1: Doctoral Universities that are known for very high research activity. Its alumni include Rhodes and Truman scholars. 

Some of the tips for students starting their first-semester at the Auburn University are:

• Students who applied for Auburn University must be humble and should interact with as many people as possible. Mainly beacause, the more people you talk to the better knowledge you get. 
• Attend as many gathering and parties as much as you can. 
• Applicants should avoid missing classess, as 70% of learning comes from students going to classes. 
• Students can get invovlved with extracuricular activities, i.e joing university clubs, sports etc. This will also look good on a portfolio in the longer run. 

Auburn University is one of the oldest universities in the United States. The Auburn University has produced more than 315,000 alumni members all over the world. Auburn alumni network includes famous personalities, group of professionals, innovators, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, mentors, etc. The university graduates work in top companies such as Auburn University, Delta Air Lines, The Home Depot, Brasfield & Gorrie, and more. Auburn graduates work in top sectors such as Business Development, Operations, Education, Sales, Engineering, and more. Auburn University notable alumni are listed below:

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Auburn University has alumni network all over the world. The Auburn University has more than 315,000 alumni members worldwide. The university alumni network includes mentors, business professionals, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, innovators, mentors, and more. The university alumni are highly skilled in Leadership, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Management, and more. Also, the university graduates work for top sectors such as Business Development, Operations, Education, Sales, Engineering, and more. 

A few of the graduate outcome highlights at Auburn University for the Fall 2025 intake are given as follows:

Auburn University offers placements to all graduate alumni members in different industries. Some of the top industries where alumni members are working are given in the pie chart below:

Others Denote Healthcare Services, Information Technology, Community and Social Services, etc.

Auburn University alumni graduates have been placed in some of the top renowned organizations in different industries. Some of the top companies where they have been placed are given as follows:

• Regions Bank 
• Brasfield and Gorrie LLC
• The Home Depot 
• Amazon 
• Deloitte 
• Microsoft 
• Google 
• NASA 

GPA score requirement at Auburn is determined by program you are applying to. Like for Graduate Program in Chemical Engineering, candidates need to have a GPA of 3.0 on the 4.0 scale. As per the university, most of the students admitted into this programme have a GPA greater than 3.3.

Also Read: <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/how-to-convert-gpa-to-percentage-for-studying-abroad-articlepage-2297">How to Convert GPA to Percentage for Studying Abroad? </a>

Candidates need to prove their English language proficiency for securing admission at Auburn University. Apart from <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/ielts">IELTS</a>, Auburn also accepts <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/toefl">TOEFL</a> and <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/pte">PTE</a> as English language proof. Auburn also accept a 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam. Below, we have given the English language score requirement for different exams determined by Auburn University.

• TOEFL iBT score of 79 (Internet-Based Test)
• TOEFL, PTE score of 213 (Computerized Test)
• TOEFL, PTE score of 550 (Written Paper-Based Test
• <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/pte/results-and-scores">PTE score</a> of 53

Once the AUM University Office of Global Initiatives has received all documents such as test scores, academic transcripts, certificates, or evaluations, then the below-given timelines will be applicable.

• UG Applications: 5-8 business days
• Graduate Applications: 2-3 weeks

AUM University USA application can be submitted by accessing specific links for UG and PG courses at official website of university. The application requirements are given below:

Undergraduate Applicants

• A complete online application
• Official high school transcript
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Proof of sufficient financial resources

Graduate Applicants

• Complete the online application of AUM University and pay the application fee
• Submit all the academic transcripts
• Also, submit the test scores of GRE / GMAT / MAT (as required)

Auburn University offers many competitive merit based scholarships for first year and graduate non-resident students. Some scholarships offered to first year students along with their eligibility criteria are mentioned below-

Students must submit standardized examination scores such as GRE, <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/gmat">GMAT</a>, TOEFL, or <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/ielts">IELTS</a> if required for application to program they are applying. Candidates should check the exact <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/gre/results-and-scores">GRE score</a> requirement before applying to the program. However, GRE is accepted in most of the courses. However, the basic requirements of the applicants is as mentioned:

• Transcripts of your degree.
• A minimum score of 6.5 and above in IELTS
• SOP ( Things you need to know about  SOP)
• LOR ( letter of recommendation)
• Creative Portfolio ( Audition depending on your chosen course )
• Resume/ CV
• Entrance exam ( you just take GRE or GMAT, LSAT, MCAT) if you're planning to apply for the required programs. 
• Step 4: Make sure your English requirements meet the standards of the University.

The accepted English language tests at Auburn University at Montgomery are IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo / PTE. AUM University IELTS requirements for international students are given below:

Tests

Minimum Scores

Duolingo

100

TOEFL iBT

61

IELTS

5.5

PTE

44

 Auburn University has 2,955 international students on campus out of which 1,656 are undergraduates. Total student body of university is 34,145 students out of which 27,907 are undergraduates. Auburn boasts of its ever-increasing international student body, which is usually approximately 9.7 percent of the total student body. The University offer various UG and PG programs that have been redesigned to cater to the academic needs of international students. However, the university allows International students get admission based on merit no entrance exam required. Lastly, the Auburn University is an inclusive and welcoming institution and provides a safe environment for international students regardless of their nationality, colour and background.

For UG programs, students need to pay USD 60 as application fees. For PG programs, international students are charged USD 70 as an application fee. All application fees are non-refundable, and once a recipient takes the offer and the semester commences, this payment is credited to the tuition fee deposit.International students can<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/usa-universities-with-no-application-fees-articlepage-113579#:~:text=USA Universities Which Waive-off Application Fees&text=Those students who wish to, days to assess the case."> waive off</a> their application fees as well. 

Auburn University offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate courses for international students every year. Some of the popular majors that the university is known for are given in the pie chart below:

Others Denote Accounting, Business/Commerce, Mechanical Engineering, etc. 

Auburn University offers more than 150 courses for international students. Some of the popular majors at Auburn University are given as follows:

• Business and Management 
• Marketing 
• Engineering 
• Biology and Biomedical Sciences
• Communication and Journalism 
• Computer and Information Sciences
• Education

Auburn University offer MS in Computer Science and Engineering course that can be studied online or on campus based on student preferences. The course focuses mainly on giving students an opportunity to experience advanced learning and research. The admission requirements for international MS in CSE course are given as follows:

• Must hold a Bachelor's Science degree in Computer Science or related courses or equivalent to the degree 
• The applicants from courses in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, will be evaluated on a case-to-case basis. 
• Official Transcripts are required 
• GRE Standardized Test Scores 
• Resume/CV 
• 3 <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/lor-recommendation-letter-applycontent2702">Letters of Recommendation </a>

Apart from high ranking in NSF HERD Survey, Auburn is recognised by Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as a top-level, or R1, university with 'very high research activity.' Apart from this, Auburn University' alumni includes Rhodes and Truman scholars. 

US News ranked Auburn University #102 out of 443 in its National Universities ranking  category. Also, US News has kept Auburn #623 in its global universities ranking category in 2026. Auburn has improved its position both in national as well international university rankings.