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Private 4 Year

Miles College

Fairfield, Alabama

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Overview

Enrollment

1,258
Miles College overview
Location Fairfield, Alabama
Online miles.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large Suburban
Religious Affiliation Christian Methodist Episcopal
Miles College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad
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Miles College, a private historically Black college founded in 1898 by the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, is located in Fairfield, Alabama, approximately six miles west of Birmingham. The 76-acre suburban campus features a mix of historic and modern academic buildings, with the majority of students residing in on-campus housing facilities. The college maintains a liberal arts focus while offering bachelor's degrees across multiple disciplines, including business, education, and communications, with particular emphasis on its STEM programs and teacher preparation curriculum. Miles College competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Golden Bears, participating in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. The institution serves primarily first-generation college students from Alabama and surrounding southeastern states, maintaining an open admission policy consistent with its founding mission of educational access.

Miles College is a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) primarily serving the African-American community.
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Admission Requirements

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$11,164
Costs for Miles College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$250
Other Fees$1,550
Room and Board $7,348
Budget for Other Expenses$2,832
Total One Year Cost$23,144

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$28,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

20% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Miles College students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 28%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 19%
Biology 13%
Communication 9%
Human Services 7%

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Last updated February 24, 2024