Alabama

Continue your university studies in the charming south of the United States! Alabama boasts a prime location only hours from the Gulf of Mexico, so students are able to enjoy temperate climate and many natural attractions while also receiving a top-quality graduate education.

Living in Alabama

The state of Alabama is located in the southern part of the eastern United States, surrounded by Florida, Tennessee, Georgia, Mississippi, and the Gulf of Mexico. Temperate summers and mild winters guarantee residents of Alabama plenty of opportunities to enjoy the many attractions of this state, such as winding rivers, the coasts along the Gulf of Mexico, musical festivals such as the Shakespeare Festival, and many eccentric eateries. With a population of around 4 million, you will not feel overcrowded in Alabama, but you’ll never be at a loss of things to do. Alabama boasts major airports and highway systems, so you will never be far from any destination you wish to reach.

Graduate Education

Alabama features 11 public 4-year institutions, and 26 private 4-year institutions. With so many public or private institutions to choose from, there is sure to be a quality institution to meet your higher education needs. There are many varieties of degrees offered at all of the colleges in Alabama. Many universities, such as the University of Alabama, are highly renowned research schools.

Students wishing for a small college experience will have many opportunities to pursue degrees at these types of institutions, as there are many in Alabama. There are also urban universities that will appeal to a student that prefers the city life. Whichever size and location of college you prefer, Alabama has a university for you.

International Student Life

Alabama graduate schools attract students from all over the United States and many countries in the world. As an international student, you would be joining an ever-growing community of students seeking education outside of their native country.

Alabama Commission of Higher Education: www.ache.state.al.us
Official State of Alabama Website:
www.alabama.gov
Tourism information for the state of Alabama: www.800alabama.com

Students can find many clubs, activities, and organizations to help them feel at ease at their new university and also help them meet other students from around the world. Besides receiving a quality education as a student of the Alabama higher education system, you will also be living in the welcoming "Heart of the South." Southern states in the USA are known for their warm, caring communities of people and slow-paced lifestyle. These qualities, combined with easy access to exciting urban cities, makes living in Alabama an exciting experience for students with any lifestyle preferences. You won't regret choosing Alabama for your graduate studies!