HBCUs in Alabama

 

Alabama has the highest number of HBCUs in America, with 14 located across the southern states. From community college to a Seventh Day Adventist university, there are a wide range of HBCU students can choose from in Alabama. If you’re considering enrolling in an Alabama HBCU, check out this list to see what they offer. 

Alabama A&M University - Normal, AL

Offers over 60 undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs within their four colleges. 

Alabama State University - Montgomery, AL

Ranked #32 in Top Public Schools, the school draws in those interested in education careers.

Bishop State Community College - Mobile, AL

Offers fast-track programs for students ready to start their careers right after graduation.

Gadsden State Community College - Gadsden, AL

2-year college that’s 19% more affordable than other community colleges across the nation. 

J.F. Drake State Technical College - Huntsville, AL

Provides extensive education and training programs for students interested in tech careers.

Lawson State Community College - Birmingham, AL

Located in Birmingham and Bessemer, the college offers fast-track skills training programs.

Miles College - Fairfield, AL

Private liberal arts college associated with the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.

Oakwood University - Huntsville, AL

Seventh-day Adventist university providing biblically-based education programs. 

Selma University - Selma, AL

Private Baptist college located in one of the most historical sites during the Civil Rights Era.

Shelton State Community College - Tuscaloosa, AL

With over 4,500 students, it's one of the largest 2-year colleges in Alabama.

Stillman College -Tuscaloosa, AL

Private Presbyterian college offering Business, Arts & Science, and Education programs. 

Talladega College - Talladega, AL

Ranked #11 in Top Performers in Social Mobility, the college offers 21 programs to choose from.

Trenholm State Community College - Montgomery, AL

2-year college offering fast-track programs for careers in health, tech, culinary, and many more.

Tuskegee University - Tuskegee, AL

Ranked #4 in Best HBCUs, the college offered Alabama’s first undergraduate nursing program.

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