Birmingham Colleges

Herzing College
Birmingham, Alabama

Multi-location career college system with an online study alternative for those who need the added flexibility. Accelerated bachelor’s programs available.

• Programs: Accounting, Communication, Computer Networking, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Graphic Design, Health and Human Services, HVAC Electrical Construction, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

Strayer University
Birmingham, Alabama

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

• Programs: Accounting, Communication, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, Family and Consumer, Finance, Graphic Design, History, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, International, Law, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Public, Teaching, Visual Arts
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Master

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: Accounting, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Health and Human Services, Hospitality Management, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration
• Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

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

• Programs: barber.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 17 students, 17 full-time equivalent.

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

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, general studies, administrative assistant, registered nursing, business, computer and info science, child care management, construction engineering tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 7,173 students, 4,487 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. 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: barber, computer and info science, general studies, business, registered nursing, cosmetology, administrative assistant, drafting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 3,371 students, 2,288 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Birmingham Southern College
900 Arkadelphia Road
Birmingham, Alabama 35254

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, English, biology, accounting, biopsychology, history, interdisciplinary studies, psychology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 1,411 students, 1,361 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,310 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 530-650. Math: 530-640.
• Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Samford University
800 Lakeshore Dr
Birmingham, Alabama 35229-2240

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, business management, pharmacy, registered nursing, teacher ed, biology, journalism, family studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 4,507 students, 4,232 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,860 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 500-620. Math: 510-610.
• Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits.
• 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: theology and religious vocations.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 232 students, 212 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 92 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 690-750. Math: 690-750.
• Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

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

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, registered nursing, medicine, psychology, elementary school teaching, public health, accounting, early childhood education.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 16,572 students, 13,366 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,650 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 500-620. Math: 500-640.
• 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, medical office assistant, medical billing, administrative assistant, business management, computer networking, massage therapy, computer graphics.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 2,148 students, 2,119 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.