Alabama State University
Montgomery, Alabama
About This Campus
Alabama State University, a Historically Black College/University, was America's first state-supported academic institution founded for the education of Blacks. It was established in 1866 as Lincoln Normal in Marion, Alabama and was moved to Montgomery in 1887. After several name changes the school received its present name in 1969. The 105-acre urban campus has over 5500 students and offers 40 different programs of study. The College of Business Administration has developed special programs geared to assist small business entrepreneurs which give students opportunity for actual experience in the market place.
Location Information
Alabama State University is located in historic Montgomery, Alabama, on a beautiful 172-acre campus featuring lush landscaping, historic landmarks and both modern and traditional facilities. The campus is located only a short walk from the state capital, the state government complex, and downtown Montgomery, making the downtown business and entertainment district, art galleries, state archives, museums and historical sites readily accessible.
Academics
REGISTRATION:
TERM DATES:
Fall Start Date: 08/10/2026 - Fall End Date: 12/04/2026
Spring Start Date: 01/11/2027 - Spring End Date: 05/07/2027
RESTRICTED/LIMITED PROGRAMS:
Recommendation from the home campus is required for admission to music or art classes.
NOTABLE ACADEMICS PROGRAMS:
- Biology/Life Science
- Business Administration
- Theater Art
UNIQUE ACADEMICS PROGRAMS:
- African American Studies
OPTIONS:
Honors Access: No
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS OPEN TO NSE STUDENTS:
- Accounting
- African Studies
- Anthropology
- Aquatic Biology/Limnology
- Art Teacher Education
- Art/Art Studies
- Banking and Financial Support Services
- Biology
- Broadcast Journalism
- Business Administration and Management
- Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services
- Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
- Chemistry
- Communication
- Communication and Media Studies
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Criminal Justice and Corrections
- Criminal Justice/Police Science
- Dance
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Psychology
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- English Language and Literature
- Forensic Science and Technology
- French Studies
- Geography
- Graphic Design
- Health and Medical Administrative Services
- History
- Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
- Hospitality Administration/Management
- Human Biology
- Journalism
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
- Library Science
- Management Information Systems
- Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
- Marketing
- Mass Communication/Media Studies
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Informatics
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
- Microbiology
- Military Science and Operational Studies
- Music
- Music Management
- Music Teacher Education
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist
- Parks Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Physical Sciences
- Physical Therapy/Therapist
- Physics
- Political Science and Government
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Public Health Education and Promotion
- Public Relations/Image Management
- Radio and Television
- Rehabilitation Science
- Secondary Education and Teaching
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Special Education and Teaching
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric
- Visual and Performing Arts
Conditions
GPA AND OTHER ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
EXCHANGE PREFERENCES:
- Full Year Exchange: Accepted
- Single Term Exchange: Accepted
- Summer Exchange: Not Available
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (Visa Students):
- Does your campus accept International Students (those already in the U.S. on a student visa)? Will accept on Home or Away
CANADIAN EXCHANGE:
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- Receive from Canada: Will Accept Away/Home Pay
- Accept international students studying in Canada on a visa? - No
Tuition/Finance
TUITION:
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice
- Home Tuition Payment: Available
-
Away Tuition Payment: Available
Estimated cost: $5624
MAXIMUM CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER:
- Home Payment: 18
- Host Payment: 18
MISCELLANEOUS FEES:
Room/Meals
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING PER SEMESER:
- Is on-campus housing available? Yes
- Is on-campus living required? No
- Number of reserved housing spaces: 0
- Average Room Cost (per term): $1750
- On-Campus Housing
Off-CAMPUS HOUSING:
MEAL PLANS:
- Are meal plans available on campus? Yes
- Is a meal plan purchase required for on-campus, non-apartment residence halls? Yes
- Average Meal Plan Cost (per term): $2050
Chance of Acceptance
Priority Placements for Academic Year 26/27
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Away Tuition Payment Plan
This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!