Thinking of going back to school? Looking ahead to help your child decide where they’ll go after graduating high school in the spring? The River Region is filled with higher educational opportunities that suit a variety of interests, schedules, and budgets. Here’s your guide to the best colleges and universities in the River Region.
Alabama State University
- Year Founded: 1867
- Undergraduate Population: 3,517
- Graduate Population: 466
- In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $347 per credit hour
- In-State Graduate Tuition: $412 per credit hour
- About: Alabama State University (ASU) is a Historically Black University that was originally founded in Marion, Ala. for African-Americans. Today, the school boasts nearly 50 robust undergraduate and graduate programs that span a variety of disciplines. Plus, there are over 70 campus clubs and organizations to join so students can really explore their interests and become part of the ASU community. Online options are available.
- Fun Fact: ASU is one of the nation’s oldest institutions of higher education founded for Black Americans.
Amridge University
- Year Founded: 1967
- Undergraduate Population: 298
- Graduate Population: 477
- Tuition: Varies
- About: Amridge University is a private Christian college that offers associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees online in a number of disciplines such as business administration, human resources leadership, and biblical studies.
- Fun Fact: Amridge University is home to the Turner School of Theology.
Auburn University at Montgomery
- Year Founded: 1967
- Undergraduate Population: 3,950
- Graduate Population: 960
- In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $333 per credit hour
- In-State Graduate Tuition: $421 per credit hour
- About: Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) is Auburn University’s “sister school” that’s located on a beautiful 533-acre campus in East Montgomery. AUM has a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio, which means all students have the chance to get the personalized attention they need to succeed. The school also offers a variety of clubs and organizations that students are welcomed and encouraged to join. Online options are available.
- Fun Fact: AUM’s campus includes two miles of paved walking trails and four miles of wooded walking trails.
Central Alabama Community College- Pratt’s Mill Center
- Year Founded: 1989
- Undergraduate Population: 1,560
- In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $164 per credit hour
- About: The Pratt’s Mill Center location of Central Alabama Community College (CACC) offers several associate’s programs for undergraduates, including business, computer information science, and medical assisting technology.
- Fun Fact: CACC has academic partnerships with the University of Alabama’s Capstone College of Nursing, Wallace State Community College, Huntingdon College, and Troy University.
Faulkner University
- Year Founded: 1942
- Undergraduate Population: 2,098
- Graduate Population: 863
- In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $740 per credit hour
- In-State Graduate Tuition: Varies
- About: Faulkner University is a private Christian university. This school offers over 40 degree programs in disciplines such as business, education, and legal studies. Outside of their academics, Faulkner students are able to join a variety of campus clubs and organizations like social clubs and marching band. Online options are available.
- Fun Fact: Faulkner offers unique study abroad programs as part of its International Studies Program.
Huntingdon College
- Year Founded: 1854
- Undergraduate Population: 920
- Undergraduate Tuition: $13,425 per semester
- About: Huntingdon College is a private Christian college that offers over 20 degree programs in disciplines like communication studies, criminal justice, and religion. In addition, there are tons of specialized clubs, organizations, and honor societies students can join. Online options are available.
- Fun Fact: Huntingdon College was originally founded as a women’s college.
Trenholm State Community College
- Year Founded: 1963
- Undergraduate Population: 1,756
- Undergraduate Tuition: $133 per credit hour
- About: Trenholm State Community College offers degree programs and technical training in areas like dental assisting, welding, and graphic design. There are also several honor societies and organizations on campus that students are able to join. Online options are available.
- Fun Fact: Trenholm State also offers workforce development programs.
*As of Fall 2021