Universities and Colleges in Alabama
Complete directory of 35 accredited higher education institutions in Alabama, including tuition fees, acceptance rates, and enrollment data.
Higher Education in Alabama
Alabama is home to 35 accredited colleges and universities, offering programs ranging from associate degrees to doctoral research. The state includes 16 public institutions and 19 private colleges spread across 21 cities.
Whether you're looking for a large research university, a liberal arts college, or a community college, Alabama offers diverse options for students at every level. Use the directory below to compare tuition, enrollment, acceptance rates, GPA, SAT, and ACT requirements.
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List of Universities and Colleges in Alabama
| # | Institution Name | City | Type | Students | Domestic Tuition | Intl. Tuition | Acceptance Rate | World Rank | National Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alabama A & M University | Huntsville | public | 7 | $10,024 | $10,024 | 58% | #1,018 | #96 |
| 2 | Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine | Dothan | private | 798 | $60,576 | $60,576 | 7% | #7,075 | #1,814 |
| 3 | Alabama School of Nail Technology and Cosmetology | Jackson | private | 102 | $18,458 | $18,458 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 4 | Alabama School of Nail Technology and Cosmetology – Saraland | Saraland | private | 102 | $21,996 | $21,996 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 5 | Alabama State University | Montgomery | public | 4 | $25,794 | $25,794 | 95.6% | #2,880 | #395 |
| 6 | Amridge University | Montgomery | private | 636 | $11,700 | $11,700 | 88.4% | #7,780 | #1,979 |
| 7 | Athens State University | Athens | public | 3 | $8,856 | $8,856 | 59% | #3,378 | #878 |
| 8 | Auburn University | Auburn | public | 34,145 | $13,318 | $36,022 | 45.92% | #601 | #102 |
| 9 | Auburn University at Montgomery | Montgomery | public | 5 | $9,700 | $20,668 | 92% | #0 | #0 |
| 10 | Bevill State Community College | Jasper | public | 4 | $19,566 | $19,566 | 100% | #9,153 | #344 |
| 11 | Bishop State Community College | Mobile | public | 4,001 | $5,340 | $9,210 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 12 | Blue Cliff Career College | Mobile | private | 41 | $14,800 | $14,800 | 89% | #0 | #0 |
| 13 | Bluefield University – Edward Via College – Auburn | Auburn | private | 989 | $26,770 | $26,770 | 57% | #0 | #121 |
| 14 | Brown Beauty Barber School | Bessemer | private | 54 | $19,971 | $19,971 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 15 | Cardiac and Vascular Institute of Ultrasound | Mobile | private | 51 | $18,100 | $18,100 | 0.0% | #0 | #0 |
| 16 | Central Alabama Community College | Alexander City | public | 2 | $5,110 | $7,560 | 100% | #0 | #22 |
| 17 | Chattahoochee Valley Community College | Phenix | public | 2 | $4,320 | $7,710 | 100% | #0 | #2 |
| 18 | Coastal Alabama Community College | Bay Minette | public | 9,000 | $4,980 | $8,790 | 100% | #0 | #956 |
| 19 | Columbia College – Redstone Arsenal | Redstone Arsenal / Huntsville | private | 8,000 | $8,256 | $8,256 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 20 | Columbia Southern University | Orange Beach | private | 18,487 | $5,808 | $5,808 | 100% | #5,455 | #1,428 |
| 21 | Faulkner University | Montgomery | private | 2,933 | $23,920 | $23,920 | 66% | #4,888 | #114 |
| 22 | Fortis College Birmingham | Birmingham | private | 339 | $14,561 | $14,561 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 23 | Fortis College Dothan | Dothan | private | 154 | $12,351 | $12,351 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 24 | Fortis College Mobile | Mobile | private | 391 | $14,969 | $14,969 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 25 | Fortis College Montgomery | Montgomery | private | 425 | $20,579 | $20,579 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 26 | Gadsden State Community College | Gadsden | public | 5 | $4,272 | $7,368 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 27 | George C Wallace Community College-Dothan | Dothan | public | 4 | $4,920 | $8,730 | 0.0% | #0 | #24 |
| 28 | George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville | Hanceville | public | 6,424 | $5,220 | $9,090 | 99% | #0 | #0 |
| 29 | George C Wallace State Community College-Selma | Selma | public | 2 | $4,740 | $8,610 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
| 30 | H Councill Trenholm State Community College | Montgomery | public | 1,846 | $5,190 | $9,060 | 98% | #0 | #0 |
| 31 | Heritage Christian University | Florence | private | 178 | $10,152 | $10,152 | 100% | #6,317 | #1,667 |
| 32 | Herzing University-Birmingham | Birmingham | private | 442 | $13,420 | $13,420 | 94% | #0 | #0 |
| 33 | Huntingdon College | Montgomery | private | 1,107 | $26,400 | $26,400 | 71% | #4,329 | #0 |
| 34 | Huntsville Bible College | Huntsville | private | 120 | $4,730 | $4,730 | 65% | #0 | #0 |
| 35 | J F Ingram State Technical College | Deatsville | public | 1,500 | $6,000 | $6,000 | 100% | #0 | #0 |
Data sourced from U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard) and IPEDS. Last updated 2024–2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many colleges are in Alabama?
There are 35 accredited colleges and universities in Alabama, including 16 public and 19 private institutions.
What are the largest universities in Alabama?
The largest universities in Alabama by student enrollment are listed in the table above. Click any institution name to view full details including tuition, GPA, SAT, and ACT requirements.
Which cities in Alabama have universities?
Alabama has colleges and universities in 21 cities. Browse by city using the city cards above or filter the table by city name.
What is the average tuition in Alabama?
Tuition varies widely across institutions in Alabama. Public universities generally offer lower domestic tuition compared to private colleges. Use the table above to compare domestic and international tuition fees side by side.