Education plays an important role for all looking to establish a successful future. We’re fortunate to have a strong educational system both at the primary and secondary levels. Here are some links to schools throughout Alabama.
Alabama Department of Education
Faulkner University
Faulkner University is a private Christian university, located in Montgomery, Alabama, US, and affiliated with the Church of Christ. The University was founded in 1942 as Montgomery Bible School. In 1953 the school’s name was changed to Alabama Christian College (ACC). In 1965, the college was moved to its present location on Atlanta Highway. 1975 marked the beginning of the school’s satellite campuses in Mobile, Huntsville andBirmingham. In 1985, the school was renamed to Faulkner University in honor of Dr. James H. Faulkner, Sr., a longtime supporter and chairman of the board.
Alabama State University
Alabama State University founded in 1867 as the Lincoln Normal School of Marion in Marion. In December 1873, the State Board accepted the transfer of title to the school after a legislative act was passed authorizing the state to fund a Normal School, and George N. Card was named President. Thus, in 1874, this predecessor of Alabama State University became America’s first state-supported educational institution for blacks. This began ASU’s history as a “Teacher’s College.”
Auburn University at Montgomery
Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) is a coeducational public university located in Montgomery, Alabama, USA. It is governed by the Auburn University Board of Trustees, and is a branch campus of Auburn University. It was established by an act of the Alabama Legislature in 1967. AUM offers programs of study leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and specialist degrees in business, education, liberal arts, nursing, and sciences. The university enrolls more than 5,500 students, with an additional 10,000 enrolled in continuing education programs. In January 2007, the university moved toward branding itself as Auburn Montgomery.
Troy University at Montgomery
Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) is a coeducational public university located in Montgomery, Alabama, USA. It is governed by the Auburn University Board of Trustees, and is a branch campus of Auburn University. It was established by an act of the Alabama Legislature in 1967. AUM offers programs of study leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and specialist degrees in business, education, liberal arts, nursing, and sciences. The university enrolls more than 5,500 students, with an additional 10,000 enrolled in continuing education programs. In January 2007, the university moved toward branding itself as Auburn Montgomery.
University of Alabama
Opened in 1831, the University of Alabama was the state’s first university. U of A’s campus is comprised of brick buildings and tree-lined promenades spread over nearly 1,000 acres in Tuscaloosa. Offering over 200 undergraduate graduate and professional degree programs, The University of Alabama is especially well known for its schools of business, communications, and law. The school also has one of the most storied athletic programs in the nation.
Auburn University (Auburn)
Founded in 1856 as a private liberal arts school before converting to a public institution, Auburn University has grown to become one of the largest universities in the South. Located just 50 miles east of Montgomery in the town of Auburn, the university contains 12 schools and colleges within its 1,800-acre campus. Auburn University also operates a separate branch on a 500-acre Montgomery campus.
Troy University
Originally a state teacher’s college, Troy has developed into a state University system with campuses in Troy, Dothan, Phenix Cityand Montgomery. The main campus of Troy University (the school dropped the “State” from their name in 2005) offers has five main colleges: arts and sciences, business, communication & fine arts, education and health & human services.
Tuskegee University
One of the nation’s most historically and socially significant educational institutions, Tuskegee University was established by state legislature in 1880 as a school for the black population. In the years since, Tuskegee has earned a reputation not only as an outstanding academic university but also as a highly influential force on the race as a whole. While primarily focusing on development of the African American community, the university is open to all and supports a student body that is racially, ethnically and religiously diverse. Located in the city of Tuskegee, the university offers 49 degrees from 5 colleges.
University of Mobile
Founded in 1961, the University of Mobile is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. An impressive 14:1 student to faculty ratio translates to a unique degree of personal attention for every undergraduate and graduate. The charming 800-acre campus is located just 10 minutes of downtown Mobile and about one hour from the beaches of the Gulf Coast.
Alabama A & M University
Alabama A&M is a combined professional, vocational and liberal arts education institution. The University provides undergraduate and graduate degrees to those interested in developing technical, professional or scholastic skills. The University is divided into six main schools: Agriculture & Environmental Sciences, Arts & Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering & Technology and Graduate Studies. The Alabama A&M campus is located in Normal, and is affectionately known as “the Hill”.
