College comparison

California State University-Northridge vs Alabama

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA	Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL
Acceptance rateThe University of Alabama is more selective	93%	77%
SAT (25–75)	—	1170–1400
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	32,691	33,227
Avg net price	$7,021	$22,420
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public
Location	Northridge, CA	Tuscaloosa, AL

Quick answers

Is California State University-Northridge or The University of Alabama harder to get into?

The University of Alabama is more selective: California State University-Northridge's acceptance rate is approximately 93% and The University of Alabama's is approximately 77% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for California State University-Northridge vs The University of Alabama?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at California State University-Northridge and 1170–1400 at The University of Alabama. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.