Birmingham Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

University of Phoenix
Birmingham, Alabama

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

Strayer University
Birmingham, Alabama

Strayer University (SU) has been providing college education for over 115 years, with many locations across the United States.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Liberal Arts, Medical Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Master

Brown Mackie College
Birmingham, Alabama

Offers degree and certificate programs in business, health care, legal assistance, and computer technology. Located at 18 campuses throughout the U.S.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Science And Laboratory Technician, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

Alabama State College of Barber Styling
9480 Parkway E
Birmingham, Alabama 35215-8308

• Programs: barber.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 18 students, 28 full-time equivalent.

Jefferson State Community College
2601 Carson Rd
Birmingham, Alabama 35215-3098

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, general studies, administrative assistant, liberal arts and sciences, business, computer and info science, funeral and mortuary, child care management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 7,944 students, 5,602 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Lawson State Community College-Birmingham Campus
3060 Wilson Rd SW
Birmingham, Alabama 35221-1717

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, general studies, licensed practical nurse, liberal arts and sciences, barber, HVAC tech, autobody repair, child care management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 3,320 students, 2,657 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 110 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Southeastern School of Cosmetology
849 Dennison Ave. SW, Suite 101
Birmingham, Alabama 35211-3865

• Programs: cosmetology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 97 students, 130 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Birmingham Southern College
900 Arkadelphia Road
Birmingham, Alabama 35254

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, psychology, English, biology, accounting, interdisciplinary studies, history, political science.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 1,389 students, 1,332 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,420 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 520-640. Math: 510-630.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Samford University
800 Lakeshore Drive
Birmingham, Alabama 35229-2240

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, pharmacy, business management, registered nursing, biology, accounting, educational administration, ministry.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 4,485 students, 3,388 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,860 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-630. Math: 500-610.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Southeastern Bible College
2545 Valleydale Road
Birmingham, Alabama 35244-2083

• Programs: bible studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 220 students, 177 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 98 student capacity.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Administration Bldg Suite 1070
Birmingham, Alabama 35294-0110

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, business management, psychology, medicine, biology, public health, elementary school teaching, accounting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 16,246 students, 13,901 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 2,075 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 520-620. Math: 520-640.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Virginia College-Birmingham
65 Bagby Dr.
Birmingham, Alabama 35209-3703

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: culinary arts, business management, medical office assistant, graphic design, administrative assistant, accounting, criminal justice and administration, MIS.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 3,826 students, 4,541 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.