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Birmingham Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Birmingham

There are at least 12 colleges in Birmingham, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 37,545 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 28,799 full-time students, and a reported 5,642 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include University of Alabama at Birmingham, Jefferson State Community College, Samford University and Virginia College-Birmingham. For a prestigious selective school, you might want to look at Birmingham Southern College or Samford University.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Alabama Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Birmingham.
  • A lot of people walk and bicycle in Birmingham.

Birmingham QuickSchools™

We call these QuickSchools™ -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

Herzing University
Birmingham, Alabama

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

  • Programs: Accounting, Computer Networking, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Paralegal
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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, Criminal Justice, 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
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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, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Health and Human Services, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Multimedia and Web Design
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Birmingham Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

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: 18 students, 18 full-time equivalent.

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

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, general studies, liberal arts and sciences, administrative assistant, child care management, business, funeral and mortuary, engineering technology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 7,944 students, 4,786 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: HVAC tech, general studies, administrative assistant, licensed practical nurse, child care management, registered nursing, barber, business.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 3,320 students, 2,253 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 105 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. 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.

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

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 97 students, 97 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

Birmingham Southern College
900 Arkadelphia Road
Birmingham, Alabama 35254

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, biology, English, psychology, political science, accounting, interdisciplinary studies, biochemistry.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 1,389 students, 1,354 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,429 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 520-640. Math: 530-650.
  • 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, accounting, biology, early childhood education, journalism.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 4,485 students, 4,171 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,860 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-630. Math: 520-630.
  • 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: bible studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 220 students, 183 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 98 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 450-610. Math: 350-420. Writing: 430-590.
  • Flexibility: 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: registered nursing, business management, psychology, elementary school teaching, biology, medicine, communication studies, early childhood education.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 16,246 students, 13,146 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,150 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-620. Math: 500-650.
  • 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, surgical tech, MIS, computer networking, sonography and ultrasound tech, administrative assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 3,826 students, 2,791 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)		StudentsDorms
Fairfield Colleges112,3811,210845

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