Alabama A&M University was founded in 1875 by a former slave named William Hooper Councill. The school began as a higher education facility for blacks, but over time has come to be open to all. The school is accredited by the Southern Association for Colleges and Schools, and individual degree programs have accreditation from the authorities in each field. At Alabama A&M, earn a degree in a number of different fields, such as social work, accounting, and food science. Many of the colleges that Alabama A&M offers graduate programs as well.
Alabama A&M University
4900 Meridian Street
Normal, AL 35762
Athens State University
(256) 372-5245
aamu.edu
Athens State University was established in 1822, making it the oldest college in Alabama's state educational system. From its inception until 1931, the school was for females only and underwent a series of name changes before becoming Athens State University in 1998. The university is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with individual colleges in the campus receiving accreditation in their fields. The university is made up of three different colleges: College of Business, College of Education, and College of Arts and Sciences. There is also an opportunity to study international studies and interdisciplinary pre-law. On top of these choices, Athens offers distance learning in several fields, such as accounting, religious studies, and computer science.
Athens State University
300 North Beaty Street
Athens, Alabama 35611-1999
(256) 233-8100
athens.edu
Oakwood University is a historically black college that was established in 1896. The school is associated with the Seventh-day Adventist sect of Christianity and strives to offer spiritual guidance in addition to leadership skills and top-notch education. The campus features a church, health and counseling center, dining hall, physical education facilities, and dorms. There are more than 47 different academic programs at Oakwood, including nursing, psychology, and chemistry. Oakwood also has a graduate school program with the chance to earn a master's degree in pastoral studies.
Oakwood University
7000 Adventist Boulevard
Huntsville, AL 35896
(256) 726-7000
oakwood.edu
University of North Alabama was established in 1830 and soon become the first state-supported teachers' college south of the Ohio River, as well as one of the first American co-ed colleges. The school has a large number of students, most of whom are full-time. There are more than 60 undergraduate programs at University of North Alabama, including industrial hygiene, marine biology, and entertainment industry management. This school also has the distinction of being the only college in Alabama offering a four-year degree in culinary arts. The school is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, as well as degree program-based accreditation. On top of the historical campus and extensive academic success, the campus is known for housing two African lions named Leo III and Una.
University of North Alabama
One Harrison Plaza
Florence, AL 35632
(800) TALK-UNA
una.edu
Wallace State Community College has been a strong force within the Alabama educational system since 1966. The campus contains dormitories, a tennis court, and greenhouses for science students. Wallace State offers bachelor's degrees in academic, health, and technical fields. Learn about child development, criminal justice, or aviation technology here. Wallace State also offers online degree programs for those who wish to earn a degree through distance learning.
Wallace State Community College
801 Main Street NW
P.O. Box 2000
Hanceville AL, 35077-200
(866) 350-WSCC
wallacestate.edu