Auburn University: What's the Student Demographics Like?

Hey everyone, I'm looking into Auburn University. I really value diversity and would love to be part of a cultural melting pot. Can anyone share some insights about the demographic breakdown of students at Auburn? Thanks!

Sure thing! Based on information from the Auburn University website, here's some details about the student body demographics at Auburn University.

The Auburn student body consists of undergraduates from all 50 U.S states including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and students from over 100 countries. The majority of the students come from Alabama and the southeastern U.S states which is natural because Auburn is a public university in Alabama.

In terms of racial and ethnic diversity, based on recent reports, white students make up approximately 78% of the student body, African American students make up around 4.9%, Asian students constitute about 3%, and Hispanic students make up around 4%. About 3% of the student body identifies as two or more races.

While there is some diversity at Auburn, as compared to many national universities, it's worth noting that the majority of students are white. If you're looking for a school with substantial racial or ethnic diversity, you might want to keep this in mind.

Auburn does, however, have a number of cultural organizations, including the Black Student Union, the International Student Organization, and the Latino Student Association, among others, that promote cultural awareness and inclusivity on campus.

Despite the racial demographics, Auburn has been recognized for its efforts to foster inclusivity. There are many initiatives and programs in place to support students across all backgrounds and identities.

Remember, "diversity" can encompass many aspects beyond just race and ethnicity. Diversity can also be reflected in experiences, beliefs, gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status, nationality, and more. Definitely consider if Auburn's demographic breakdown aligns with your personal definitions for diversity.

If you want to know more about what it's like to actually be on campus, you have the option to talk to a current student as a telecounselor: https://auburn.edu/admissions/connect.php. I highly recommend taking advantage of the opportunity to ask your questions of actual Auburn students. Good luck with your research!