Colleges Near Akron

Colleges and universities near me in the Akron, Alabama area

There are 40 colleges within 100 miles of Akron enrolling a total of 159,843 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Alabama with a population of 356, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Akron. The nearest college is Shelton State Community College in Tuscaloosa at a distance of 19.7 miles from Akron. Driving time to these schools from Akron should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Samford University in Birmingham which is ranked #213 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is The University of Alabama enrolling 38,644 students. In terms of affordability, East Central Community College in Decatur offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $3,260 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Akron.
Akron, AL within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Shelton State Community College
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HBCU
Tuscaloosa, AL
 

Shelton State Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 4,166enrollment
  • $8,799net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

20 miles from Akron

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Stillman College
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HBCU
Tuscaloosa, AL

Stillman College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 744enrollment
  • $15,574net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA

24 miles from Akron

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The University of Alabama
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Tuscaloosa, AL

The University of Alabama

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

#3 Best Colleges in Alabama

  • 38,644enrollment
  • $20,592net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1410SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA

Applications Due May 1

26 miles from Akron

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Judson College
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Marion, AL
 

Judson College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 229enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 970-1350SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA

30 miles from Akron

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Marion Military Institute
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Marion, AL

Marion Military Institute

Public 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 320enrollment
  • $10,394net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1300SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

30 miles from Akron

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University of West Alabama
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Livingston, AL
 

University of West Alabama

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

#10 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 5,860enrollment
  • $13,786net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 880-980SAT range
  • 17-21ACT range
  • 3.16Estimated Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 10

33 miles from Akron

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East Mississippi Community College
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Scooba, MS
 

East Mississippi Community College

Public 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 3,324enrollment
  • $5,277net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

43 miles from Akron

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Concordia College Selma
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HBCU
Selma, AL
 

Concordia College Selma

Private 4 Year

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  • 389enrollment
  • $22,313net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

52 miles from Akron

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George C Wallace State Community College Selma
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Selma, AL
 

George C Wallace State Community College Selma

Public 2 Year

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  • 1,860enrollment
  • $1,291net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

52 miles from Akron

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Selma University
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HBCU
Selma, AL
 

Selma University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 50enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.15Avg GPA

52 miles from Akron

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University of Montevallo
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Montevallo, AL

University of Montevallo

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#5 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 2,586enrollment
  • $17,421net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 15

53 miles from Akron

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Mississippi University for Women
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Columbus, MS

Mississippi University for Women

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

#4 Best Public Universities in Mississippi

  • 2,339enrollment
  • $12,691net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 850-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA

58 miles from Akron

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Lawson State Community College Birmingham Campus
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HBCU
Birmingham, AL
 

Lawson State Community College Birmingham Campus

Public 2 Year

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  • 2,919enrollment
  • $4,629net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

63 miles from Akron

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Miles College
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HBCU
Fairfield, AL
 

Miles College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,258enrollment
  • $13,283net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.5Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 9

64 miles from Akron

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Tri State Institute
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Birmingham, AL
 

Tri State Institute

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 381enrollment
  • $28,314net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

64 miles from Akron

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Herzing University Birmingham
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Birmingham, AL
 

Herzing University Birmingham

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 578enrollment
  • $21,953net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

66 miles from Akron

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Birmingham Southern College
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Birmingham, AL

Birmingham Southern College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 975enrollment
  • $21,153net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1280SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA

68 miles from Akron

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Southeastern Bible College
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Birmingham, AL
 

Southeastern Bible College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 143enrollment
  • $13,171net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.17Estimated Avg GPA

67 miles from Akron

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Shelton State Community College and is 19.7 miles from Akron. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Shelton State Community College are $4,980 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Shelton State Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.