Ranking top Colleges and Universities in Alabama for 2023
There are 71 colleges and universities in Alabama enrolling 308,113 students. Explore the list of top colleges in Alabama below to begin your college search. The CollegeSimply rankings are objective and data-driven in order to help you find good matches for you. Learn how the Best Colleges rankings are calculated on our ranking methodology page. Whether you're searching for a good public, private or community college, this guide to universities in Alabama offers a comprehensive view to the state's higher education options.
Alabama is home to nationally ranked institutions like Samford University, Birmingham Southern College, Auburn University and The University of Alabama. The highest ranked college in Alabama is Samford University and the top rated public state college is Auburn University.
Local college options can be explored in Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile and Huntsville or other cities.
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#1 Best Colleges in Alabama
Applications Due May 1
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#2 Best Colleges in Alabama
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Public 4 Year
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#3 Best Colleges in Alabama
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#4 Best Colleges in Alabama
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#5 Best Colleges in Alabama
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#6 Best Colleges in Alabama
Applications Due May 22
Private 4 Year
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#7 Best Colleges in Alabama
Applications Due Jun 15
Public 4 Year
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#8 Best Colleges in Alabama
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#9 Best Colleges in Alabama
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#10 Best Colleges in Alabama
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#11 Best Colleges in Alabama
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#12 Best Colleges in Alabama
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Public 4 Year
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#13 Best Colleges in Alabama
Applications Due Mar 30
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#14 Best Colleges in Alabama
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#15 Best Colleges in Alabama
Applications Due May 15
Public 4 Year
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#16 Best Colleges in Alabama
Applications Due Mar 1
Private 4 Year
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Public 2 Year
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Applications Due Sep 11