There are 3 colleges in Tuscaloosa and 41 colleges within 100 miles enrolling a total of 163,760 students. These are the closest colleges.
Located in Alabama with a population of 90,468, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Tuscaloosa. Driving time to these schools from Tuscaloosa 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, Itawamba Community College in Fulton offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $2,900 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 Tuscaloosa.
41 results
Public 4 Year
7 reviews
#3 Best Colleges in Alabama
Applications Due May 1
2 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
4 miles from Tuscaloosa
Public 2 Year
0 reviews
8 miles from Tuscaloosa
Public 2 Year
0 reviews
40 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
Applications Due Aug 9
40 miles from Tuscaloosa
Public 4 Year
1 reviews
#5 Best Public Universities in Alabama
Applications Due Aug 15
39 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 2 Year
0 reviews
41 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
43 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
43 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
43 miles from Tuscaloosa
Public 2 Year
1 reviews
44 miles from Tuscaloosa
Public 2 Year
0 reviews
Applications Due Aug 20
44 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
44 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
43 miles from Tuscaloosa
Public 4 Year
0 reviews
#1 Best Value Colleges in Alabama
Applications Due Jun 1
45 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
#1 Best Private Colleges in Alabama
Applications Due May 1
45 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
46 miles from Tuscaloosa
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
50 miles from Tuscaloosa
The closest community college is Shelton State Community College and is 8 miles from Tuscaloosa. 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.