Colleges Near Tuscaloosa

Colleges and universities near me in the Tuscaloosa, Alabama area

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.
Tuscaloosa, AL within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Jefferson State Community College
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Birmingham, AL
 

Jefferson State Community College

Public 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 8,431enrollment
  • $9,406net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.98Avg GPA

55 miles from Tuscaloosa

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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

55 miles from Tuscaloosa

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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

59 miles from Tuscaloosa

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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

0 reviews

 

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

62 miles from Tuscaloosa

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Concordia College Selma
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HBCU
Selma, AL
 

Concordia College Selma

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

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

63 miles from Tuscaloosa

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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

63 miles from Tuscaloosa

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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

62 miles from Tuscaloosa

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George C Wallace State Community College Hanceville
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Hanceville, AL
 

George C Wallace State Community College Hanceville

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 5,965enrollment
  • $9,619net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Jul 6

72 miles from Tuscaloosa

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J F Ingram State Technical College
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Deatsville, Alabama
 

J F Ingram State Technical College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 768enrollment
  • $4,480net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

80 miles from Tuscaloosa

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Mississippi State University
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Mississippi State, MS

Mississippi State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

#2 Best Value Colleges in Mississippi

  • 22,649enrollment
  • $15,364net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

79 miles from Tuscaloosa

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Talladega College
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HBCU
Talladega, AL

Talladega College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 903enrollment
  • $12,360net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.4Avg GPA

83 miles from Tuscaloosa

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Itawamba Community College
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Fulton, MS
 

Itawamba Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 4,599enrollment
  • $3,972net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

88 miles from Tuscaloosa

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H Councill Trenholm State Technical College
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HBCU
Montgomery, AL
 

H Councill Trenholm State Technical College

Public 2 Year

4 reviews

 

  • 1,984enrollment
  • $6,570net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

92 miles from Tuscaloosa

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Meridian Community College
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Meridian, MS
 

Meridian Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 2,621enrollment
  • $6,884net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

92 miles from Tuscaloosa

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Alabama State University
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HBCU
Montgomery, AL

Alabama State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

#12 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 3,828enrollment
  • $13,176net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 828-1041SAT range
  • 16-20ACT range
  • 2.95Avg GPA

Applications Due Jul 31

93 miles from Tuscaloosa

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Central Alabama Community College
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Alexander City, AL

Central Alabama Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,777enrollment
  • $7,664net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

94 miles from Tuscaloosa

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Huntingdon College
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Montgomery, AL

Huntingdon College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 817enrollment
  • $23,662net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA

94 miles from Tuscaloosa

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Fortis College Montgomery
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Montgomery, AL
 

Fortis College Montgomery

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 215enrollment
  • $21,311net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

94 miles from Tuscaloosa

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FAQ's

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.