Alabama Colleges & Universities


Colleges in Alabama feature rich tradition and heritage as well as opportunities in exciting emerging industries such as aerospace and biotech. Whether you want to study new technologies or pursue a more traditional degree, Alabama schools have what you are looking for.

Alabama Schools, Universities, and Colleges Offer Quality Education Grounded in Rich Tradition
Alabama is a state rich in history and tradition, including a proud heritage of Alabama schools, universities and colleges.

There are numerous two- and four-year universities and community colleges in Alabama to choose from. There are also various Alabama schools with master's and doctoral programs in addition to multiple law, medical, and pharmacy schools.

Alabama Colleges Preparing Students for Alabama's Leading Industries
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Alabama's unemployment rate is roughly the same as the national average. Alabama's unemployment was 10.5 percent as of November of 2009 compared to the national unemployment rate of 10 percent.

According to the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama, major industries and sectors in Alabama include the following:
  •   Automotive
  •   Aerospace
  •   Distribution
  •   Forest products
  •   Chemical
  •   Biotech

Alabama is home to more than 350 automotive-related manufacturers. There are also more than 330 aerospace companies serving the aviation, space, and defense industries. There are numerous major chemical and biotech companies that call Alabama home, and these industries work closely with Alabama's seven research universities.

Diverse Opportunities at Alabama Schools
Alabama universities provide students the skills they need to prosper in these industries offering majors in:
  •   Biomedical sciences
  •   Agricultural economics
  •   Natural resources
  •   Textile science
  •   Chemical, aerospace and industrial systems engineering.

Of course, colleges and universities in Alabama also offer a number of traditional majors such as accounting, biology, business administration, education, marketing and psychology.

Alabama School Locations
Alabama school campuses are typically located in Alabama's largest communities including, such as Mobile, Montgomery, and Birmingham. If you prefer a quieter location for your education, there are numerous Alabama schools in smaller cities and towns as well.
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  • University of Phoenix

    Campus Locations: Birmingham

    With convenient class locations as well as online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible. Whether you’re seeking an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal while you work—and much sooner than you might expect.

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  • Remington College

    Campus Locations: Mobile

    Enhance your marketable skill set quickly with Remington College. As a student, you will have access to focused classes and a team of career placement professionals.

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  • Strayer University

    Campus Locations: Birmingham, Hunstville

    Get the right foundation for your future with a degree from Strayer University. Evening, weekend and online classes are all available to meet the needs of busy adults.

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  • South University - Campus

    Campus Locations: Montgomery

    Make the most of your potential with a quality education from South University. Earn your degree online, on your own timetable, or at one of our five convenient campus locations.

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  • ITT Technical Institute

    Campus Locations: Bessemer

    With over 100 campuses nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

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  • Herzing University

    Campus Locations: Birmingham

    Take control of your career at Herzing University in Birmingham, Alabama. Day and evening classes are offered in Business, Design/CAD, Electronics/Telecommunications and Information Technology. For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at www.herzing.edu/student-data.html

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