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Concordia College Alabama
Vital statistics: Concordia College of Alabama operated by the Lutheran Church-Missouri is one of the ten schools under the Concordia University System with campuses in the United States and Canada. Concordia is the catalyst behind several success stories. Their alumni are among those who are leaders in education, business and public life. Their goal is to provide students with education that they can use to be successful in their careers, as servant leaders in the church, in their community and the world.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.ccal.edu/financial-aid
Main website address: http://www.ccal.edu
Main Campus Address: 1712 Broad Street, Selma, Alabama 36701
Telephone Number: (334) 874-5700
Enterprise State Community College
Vital statistics: Enterprise State Community College was established in 1963 as one of the twelve state junior colleges. On September 25, 1965, the college registered the first freshman class of 256 students. In 1983 the college started offering credit courses and non-credit short courses at the Fort Rucker site. Today the campus has grown and now features 7 modern buildings on a beautiful landscaped site. The college is also now a part of the top 120 community college in the nation.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.escc.edu/index.php/financial-aid/contact
Main website address: http://www.escc.edu
Main Campus Address: 600 Plaza Drive, Enterprise, Alabama 36330-1300
Telephone Number: (334) 347-2623
Faulkner University
Vital statistics: Faulker University was first started by Dr. Rex Turner, Dr. Leonard Johnson and Joe Greer as a Bible college. It initially provided preacher training and education based on the scriptures. Through the years the school grew and evolved. In 1953 it was renamed Alabama Christian College and once again renamed in 1985 as Faulker University in honor of Dr. James Faulkner. Today, the university is home to five colleges including the Thomas Goode Jones School of Law. The campus also grew and now includes new buildings, new dorm rooms and apartments, student multiplex, several sports complexes. The university is proud of it’s continuing role as a dynamic part of the community.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.faulkner.edu/finaid/default.aspx
Main website address: http://www.faulkner.edu
Main Campus Address: 5345 Atlanta Hwy, Montgomery, Alabama 36109-3378
Telephone Number: (334) 347-2623
Fortis College School of Cosmetology
Vital statistics: Fortis College features a student-faculty ratio that allows students to have personal attention and interaction with their instructors. They can experience a setting where they can ask questions and learn essential skills through close interaction. Students at Fortis can experience interactions with career service advisors, connections with employers, career databases and other resources to make sure students are matched with job opportunities.
Accredited: Yes, by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.fortis.edu/admissions/financial-aid.aspx
Main website address: http://www.fortis.edu/
Main Campus Address: 300-F Azalea Rd, Mobile, Alabama 36609
Telephone Number: (251) 342-3230
Columbia Southern University
Vital statistics: Columbia Southern University is a completely online university. It’s goal is to meet the demand for an alternative to traditional on-campus learning. All of the degree programs are offered wholly online. It gives the students the flexibility to fit their learning schedules around their career and family responsibilities. CSU delivers access to all course assignments, online forums, web lectures, interactive software, and audio visual examples 24 hours everyday.
Accredited: Yes, by the Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting Commission
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.columbiasouthern.edu/Financial/Office-of-Financial-Aid/Federal-Aid
Main website address: http://www.columbiasouthern.edu/
Main Campus Address: 21982 University Lane, Orange Beach, Alabama 36561-9000
Telephone Number: (251) 981-3771
Community College of the Air Force
Vital statistics: Community College of Air Force is a federally chartered degree granting institution serving the United States Air Force’s enlisted total force. They partner with over 90 affiliated Air Force Schools, 82 education service offices located worldwide and more than 1,500 civilian academic institutions to serve the more than 320,000 active, guard and reserve enlisted personnel. This makes the CCAF the world’s largest community college system.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.au.af.mil/au/ccaf/academics/prospective.asp
Main website address: http://www.au.af.mil/au/index.asp
Main Campus Address: 100 S Turner Blvd, Montgomery, Alabama 36114-3011
Telephone Number: (334) 649-5000
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Vital statistics: Chattahoochee Valley Community College presently registers over 2000 students at the CVCC’s Phenix City campus while another group of students attend classes at it’s Fort Benning and other off-campus sites. Yearly, hundreds of their students take on Workforce Development initiatives. Their history includes excellence in basketball, baseball and softball. They attract talented athletes from high schools everywhere. Several alums earned Major League Baseball contracts. The college also features student organizations that allows students to enhance their leadership skills and capacity to serve their community.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.cv.edu/content/view/98/108/
Main website address: http://www.cv.edu
Main Campus Address: 2602 College Drive, Phenix City, Alabama 36869
Telephone Number: (334) 291-4900
Gadsden State Community College
Vital statistics: Gadsden State Community College boast of an affordable education with a course of study that challenges and enlightens students. They also provide an exciting campus life filled with lots of new friends. GSCC boast of 6 compuses in the Northeast Alabama State. It is within a short drive for thousands of students in the area. They offer associate degree as well as four year college.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.gadsdenstate.edu/current-students/financial-aid/index.php
Main website address: http://www.gadsdenstate.edu/
Main Campus Address: 1001 George Wallace Dr. Gadsden, AL 35903
Telephone Number: (334) 983-3521
George C Wallace State Community College-Dothan
Vital statistics: George C Wallace State Community College-Dothan recognizes technology and how it changed education. During the last couple of years their distance learning program experienced rapid growth. They launched the program with 7 internet courses in 2001 and today they now have nearly 50 online courses for students who have personal and family obligations but are still motivated to fit proper education in their busy schedules.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.wallace.edu/enrollment/financial_aid.htm
Main website address: http://www.wallace.edu/
Main Campus Address: 1141 Wallace Drive, Dothan, AL 36303-0943
Telephone Number: (256) 549-8200
H Councill Trenholm State Technical College
Vital statistics: H Councill Trenholm State Technical College grants associate degree with the goal to provide accessible educational opportunities that includes credit and non-credit courses and certificates. The college also helps the students in career preparation, advancement, and life-long learning as well. They help in promoting economic growth and help enhance the quality of life for the community in Central Alabama.
Accredited: Yes, by the Council on Occupational Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.trenholmstate.edu/index.php?id=financialaid
Main website address: http://www.trenholmstate.edu/
Main Campus Address: 1225 Air Base Blvd, Montgomery, Alabama 36108-3199
Telephone Number: (334) 420-4200
The Hair Academy
Vital statistics: The Hair Academy helps process financial aid for students who qualify. The academy strives for excellence and their mission is to enroll students who are motivated and passionate about cosmetology, aesthetics, and nail technology. They provide excellent training that ensures students receive the knowledge necessary to pass the Alabama Board of Cosmetology Examination.
Accredited: Yes, by the Council on Occupational Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.thehairacademyllc.com/index.php
Main website address: http://www.thehairacademyllc.com
Main Campus Address: 3150 McGehee Road, Montgomery, Alabama 36111-2201
Telephone Number: (334) 281-0411
Heritage Christian University
Vital statistics: Heritage Christian University is an institution that provides education which is centered on the scriptures. It is a well-rounded education that promotes spiritual growth and prepares the student to become communicators of the gospel. Nearing it’s 40th year of operation, the university has been educating men and women and preparing them to become effective in communicating the gospel. They take the command of Christ to “go unto the world” seriously.
Accredited: Yes, by the Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation the Council on Occupational Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.hcu.edu/financialaid
Main website address: http://www.hcu.edu/
Main Campus Address: 3625 Helton Dr, Florence, Alabama 35630-9977
Telephone Number: (256) 766-6610
Herzing University-Birmingham
Vital statistics: Herzing University located in Homewood, Birmingham features modern computer laboratories, electronics labs, lecture rooms, library and a resource center built to enable students to receive the tools necessary for them to start a career in their fields. The Herzing Birmingham University is a 40,000-square-foot building that was purchased in 1994, completely rebuilt to provide enough facilities as a modern educational center. Classrooms can accomodate up to 48 students but average class size is between 20 to 30 students.
Accredited: Yes, by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.herzing.edu/financial-aid
Main website address: http://www.herzing.edu/
Main Campus Address: 280 West Valley Ave, Birmingham, Alabama 35209
Telephone Number: (205) 916-2800
Huntingdon College
Vital statistics: Huntingdon College initially started in Tuskegee, Alabama in 1854 but then moved to Montgomery in 1909. The motto of the college is “Enter to grow in wisdom; go forth to apply wisdom in service.” The college is located in a 67-acre campus featuring safe and beautiful residential neighborhood in Montgomery. There are an estimated 1,100 students entrolled in traditional and adult degree completion programs. Student-Faculty ratio is 15 to 1 and gender ratio is 50-50. Average size class is 20.
Accredited: Yes, by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation, Commission on Community/Junior College Accreditation
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.huntingdon.edu/adultLearning.aspx?id=1166
Main website address: http://www.huntingdon.edu/
Main Campus Address: 1500 East Fairview Avenue, Montgomery, Alabama 36106-2148
Telephone Number: (334) 833-4222
Huntsville Bible College
Vital statistics: Huntsville Bible College founded in 1986 by the Mallard Creek Primitive Baptist Association and located in the Syler Tabernacle building in Oakwood Avenue, Huntsville, Alabama, the college offers certificate in Biblical Studies, Associate of Arts degree, Bachelor of Arts degrees, and a Bachelor of Theology degree.
Accredited: Yes, by the Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation
Financial aid information: Yes.
Main website address: http://www.hbc1.edu/
Main Campus Address: 904 Oakwood Ave, Huntsville, Alabama 35811-1632
Telephone Number: (256) 539-0834
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