Colleges in Birmingham
There are at least 11 colleges in Birmingham, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 35,431 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 28,082 full-time students, and a reported 4,912 dorm rooms.
The largest schools here include University of Alabama at Birmingham, Jefferson State Community College, Samford University and Lawson State Community College - Birmingham Campus. For a prestigious selective school, you might want to look at Southeastern Bible College or Birmingham Southern College.
Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Alabama Colleges.
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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.

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

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.
Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2005 information.
Alabama State College of Barber Styling
9480 Parkway E
Birmingham, Alabama 35215-8308
Jefferson State Community College
2601 Carson Rd
Birmingham, Alabama 35215-3098
Lawson State Community College - Birmingham Campus
3060 Wilson Rd SW
Birmingham, Alabama 35221-1717
These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2005 information.
Birmingham Southern College
900 Arkadelphia Road
Birmingham, Alabama 35254
Samford University
800 Lakeshore Dr
Birmingham, Alabama 35229-2240
Southeastern Bible College
2545 Valleydale Road
Birmingham, Alabama 35244-2083
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Administration Bldg Suite 1070
Birmingham, Alabama 35294-0110
Virginia College - Birmingham
65 Bagby Dr
Birmingham, Alabama 35209-3703
(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2005.)
| City/Town | Colleges | Pop. (2000) | Students | Dorms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bessemer Colleges | 2 | 29,672 | ||
| Fairfield Colleges | 1 | 12,381 | 1,758 | 750 |
| Midfield Colleges | 1 | 5,626 | 92 | |
| Pelham Colleges | 1 | 14,369 | 235 |
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