Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Alabama including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samford University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,375) | ✔ ($5,288) |
| 2 | Auburn University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,495) | ✔ ($5,704) |
| 3 | The University of Alabama | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (8,989) | ✔ ($4,426) |
| 4 | University of Alabama at Birmingham | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,480) | ✔ ($5,780) |
| 5 | University of Alabama in Huntsville | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,148) | ✔ |
| 6 | Jacksonville State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,652) | ✔ ($3,400) |
| 7 | University of Montevallo | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,337) | ✔ ($3,540) |
| 8 | Troy University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,947) | ✔ ($3,679) |
| 9 | Birmingham-Southern College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,418) | ✔ ($5,800) |
| 10 | University of North Alabama | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,246) | ✔ ($4,200) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Alabama including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samford University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 2 | Auburn University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | The University of Alabama | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 4 | University of Alabama at Birmingham | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | University of Alabama in Huntsville | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 6 | Jacksonville State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 7 | University of Montevallo | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | Troy University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | Birmingham-Southern College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | University of North Alabama | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Alabama. Among 10 best schools in Alabama, all schools are NAA members, and all schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samford University | NAA, NCAA | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 2 | Auburn University | NAA, NCAA | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 3 | The University of Alabama | NAA, NCAA | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 4 | University of Alabama at Birmingham | NAA, NCAA | Conference USA | American Athletic Conference | Conference USA | 12 athletic programs |
| 5 | University of Alabama in Huntsville | NAA, NCAA | - | Gulf South Conference | Gulf South Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| 6 | Jacksonville State University | NAA, NCAA | Conference USA | Conference USA | Conference USA | 12 athletic programs |
| 7 | University of Montevallo | NAA, NCAA | - | Gulf South Conference | Gulf South Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| 8 | Troy University | NAA, NCAA | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 9 | Birmingham-Southern College | NAA, NCAA | Southern Athletic Association | Southern Athletic Association | Southern Athletic Association | 13 athletic programs |
| 10 | University of North Alabama | NAA, NCAA | Big South Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 10 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Alabama including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samford University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 2 | Auburn University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 3 | The University of Alabama | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 4 | University of Alabama at Birmingham | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 5 | University of Alabama in Huntsville | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | Jacksonville State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | University of Montevallo | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | Troy University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Birmingham-Southern College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | University of North Alabama | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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