Surrounded by farms and woodland, the university enjoys the advantages of the security, seclusion, and clear air afforded by a small residential city. The 1,875-acre campus, with 83 major buildings, uncrowded and uncluttered, is distinguished by its buildings, lawns and flowers, trees and playing fields. The university's 22,100 student body is the largest on-campus enrollment in the state. The academic program is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. As a land-grant university, Auburn is dedicated to service, to Alabama and the nation, through its three divisions of instruction, research and extension.
Instruction is the academic processes on campus between professors and students.
Research is carried on continually to increase knowledge. Extension programs provide educational services and special assistance throughout the state. Auburn is proud of its graduates, many of whom have distinguished themselves in the professions, business and industry, government and military service, politics, and athletics. More than 134,000 degrees have been awarded by the university.