The mission of Samford University, in Birmingham, is to nurture students' intellect, creativity, faith and moral character. Samford students believe in God, learn and live by the teachings of Jesus, are accountable and responsible for all of their actions, appreciate diversity and culture, and aim to serve God, their family and their community. Students may earn degrees in nursing, pre-pharmacy, pre-law, education, divinity, business, and arts and sciences programs. While studying at Samford, students may live in on-campus or off-campus housing, or commute.
Faulkner University in Montgomery focuses equally on academics, spirituality and building a solid Christian community. With over 20 majors available, the school offers students a high-quality Christian education delivered by Ph.D.-level instructors. Degrees are offered in arts and sciences, education, business, computer sciences, law and physical education. Worship, prayer services and Bible study are offered. Students can live on or off campus.
Located in Birmingham, Southeastern Bible College has been open for over 75 years, and provides an education based on the Bible and its teachings. Academic programs ensure that students come away from school with a proficient knowledge of Scripture, a demonstration of the Christian value system, and an understanding of both arts and sciences and how to serve Christ in their future career. The college's three departments -- Education, Arts and Sciences and Biblical Studies -- offer more than 10 degrees. Students may live on campus in residence halls or off-campus.
A women's college in Marion, Judson was founded in 1838 to educate young women in the Christian lifestyle. A liberal arts college, it is grounded in deep Baptist roots. Judson is a very small college and has a teacher-student ratio of 11:1. Academics, athletics and spirituality are all considered equally important. Degrees are offered in the arts and sciences, pre-law, pre-medical, pre-physical therapy and engineering. Students are required to live on campus for two years, but may then move off campus.