As one of only 34 four-year programs worldwide that are nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA), the Auburn Hospitality Management program has established a reputation for producing high-quality graduates highly sought-after by industry leaders. We had a 82.1% retention rate for the 2022/23 academic year, and 82.1% of our students were employed within 90 days after graduation.
| Academic Years | 2020 – 2021 | 2021 – 2022 | 2022 – 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Students | 261 | 300 | 374 |
| Number of Graduates | 40 | 70 | 71 |
| Student/Faculty Ratio | 15:1 | 30:1 | 34:1 |
| Retention Rate % – Freshmen to Sophomore (for all Programs) | 65.9% | 77.3% | 82.1% |
| % Students employed in the hospitality industry or a related field within 90 days after graduation |
81.5% | 90% | 82.1% |
| % Students continuing their education within 90 days after graduation |
3.7% | 2.5% | 1.5% |
| Total Professional Placement and Continuing Education Rate |
85.2% | 92.5% | 83.6% |
William Ballew
Robyn Bridges
Douglas Brown
Katy Carlock
Patti Culp
Christopher Doggett
Colleen Duffey
Kevin Elliot
Cary Falcone
Chappall Gage
Amanda Hite
Dominique Love
Robert McDaniel
Ryan Penso
Christiana Roussel
Mary Smith
Mike Stover
Scott Stuckey
Whip Triplett
Hans van der Reijden
Pamela Wellborn
Barry Wiss