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Things Every College Freshman Should Know Tips from those who have been there.

Study hard, but make time to build your community. Meet as many different kinds of people as you can. Befriend intelligent, thoughtful, ambitious, funny, passionate, and kind people.

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I spent freshman year getting involved in several campus ministries, volunteering for the Office of Sustainability and an after-school tutoring program, attending gym classes and speakers that came to campus, and going to the plays and musicals that my talented peers put on. Don’t waste freshman year on a significant other, one group of friends, parties, or living in the library! Make your community out of a lot of different, little communities. Go to the occasional house party, but don’t let it become routine. Switch it up: Attend an art opening on Friday and a musical on Saturday. College is exactly what you make it, so make it unique and make it amazing.

Ellie Thomson College of Charleston

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Don’t be afraid to reach out in class.

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In a class with more than 100 people, I was scared to ask questions to my professor or to other students around me. Finally, I got the courage to ask a girl next to me a question on homework. It ended up being best thing ever because through her I met my study group for that semester. For other college freshman or shy students like me, don’t be scared! Put yourself out there in order to see yourself succeed because the best feeling ever is when you successfully finish your freshman year with great grades.

Jordan Lesueur UAB

Making friends can be really difficult if you don’t look in the right places. Sure, you can make friends through classes, but joining a larger organization like a club, Greek life, or performing group really allows you to connect and make friends.

For me it was marching band and choir that opened those doors, but it can be literally any organization. Just find a group that interests you and join it, and I can almost guarantee you will make some great friends that way.

Daniel Neville University of North Alabama

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Always keep an eye on your clothes in the laundry room.

One time I walked upstairs to the laundry room to find that someone had used my dryer time and had thrown my soaking wet clothes all over the ground. (That means heaven knows who touched my unmentionables, yikes!) I guess broke college kids can go to desperate measures to get their clothes dry, so go ahead and get yourself a jar of quarters so you don’t end up with a dryer burglar. When you do laundry, go ahead and bring your laptop up there and do homework while you keep a watch on your clothes—it is actually a great time to multi-task and get things done.

Michalyn Worthy University of Alabama

Figure out where and when you are going to study.

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Ellie Thomson, far right, with Maddie Stauss, and Hollan Wills

My favorite places to study are local coffee shops and places that are more off the beaten trail. The library is wonderful, but it’s hard for me to not be a social butterfly and actually focus on what I came there to do. Work smarter, not harder. You have a lot more freedom than high school, but with that freedom comes a new level of responsibility.

Lindsey McMahon Auburn University

Know that failure is hard but good.

During the first two weeks of freshman year, I rushed a capella, which could be compared to sorority rush except everyone is singing. Unfortunately, after making callbacks for a group I really liked, I didn’t get a spot.

So I tried out for Glee Club, but after getting to the final round for their tryouts, I didn’t make it either. I also auditioned to play the carillon on Harkness Tower, which is the huge bell tower in the middle of campus. During the eight weeks of lessons preceding auditions, I often found myself climbing the creepy spiral staircase of the tower at 11:30 at night to spend 30 minutes hammering at the wooden pegs that function like piano keys for the carillon. But even after all that work, I still didn’t make it. Failure is tough, but it helped me find out what I really should (and should not) be doing with my time.

Olivia Burton Yale University

Jordan Lesueur, middle, with Chancey Bridges and Kayla Obarr

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Study a little every day.

Michalyn Worthy with Jamie Delker

Lindsey McMahon, left, with Mary Parker Robertson

Olivia Burton, left, with Jonathan Ng

Sometimes I would find myself exaggerating, thinking “If I don’t do well on this test, then I won’t get into nursing school, and then I won’t graduate.” The list would go on and on to where I believed one bad grade on a test meant I would end up a homeless cat lady! I now realize how silly that seems. My advice would be to breathe, pray, and start your studying early. I study a little bit every day, to the point where I get to finals week and I’m not stressed at all while everyone else runs around like a madman.

Michalyn Worthy University of Alabama

8 Set boundaries with your roommate on the first day.

Make a schedule or system of how you are going to handle things like cleaning the bathroom and taking out the trash, so when the time comes, you don’t have to argue over whose turn it is.

Most conflicts come from a lack of communication. Be respectful of your roommates, and don’t let your alarm go off more than a few times. Just because you have to wake up early does not mean they want to!

Lindsey McMahon Auburn University

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Engage with your professors. Sit in the front of the class so you can see the professor, so he or she knows you want to be there.

Ask questions in class, if you do or don’t understand what is being talked about. Because I did this, when I got ill due to my diabetes my freshman year, my professors knew that I wanted to be there, so they would email or call me to check in. But if you don’t have that kind of relationship, they might not contact you.

Kenya Sanders Auburn University at Montgomery

Embrace your freedom.

In college, you can take an astronomy class even though you’re an English major, make friends from all over the world, travel for cheap, pull all-nighters and recover within 48 hours, live in the same building with all of your closest friends, and wear pajamas to class (I wouldn’t make this a regular thing though!). So embrace this freedom while you have it. If you came to college thinking you were going to be pre-med, but you hate biology and chemistry and loved your economics class, switch your major. If you joined a club and don’t like it as much as you thought you would, quit so you can try something else. I joined and quit at least three different groups during freshman fall—it meant that I had to write some awkward emails, but quitting then freed up the time that I spend on activities I love now.

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Local College Counselors Weigh In Expect a period of adjustment. From the very first moment a student sets foot on campus, everything is new—and new means change. From changes in social activities, to finding new friends, to the new demands of a rigorous academic curriculum, it all requires a lot of mental, physical, and emotional energy to successfully navigate in their collegiate environment.

Richard Yoakum Director of Counseling Services Samford University

“Uncomfortable feelings” are not necessarily “bad feelings.”

So many times students are quick to label feelings of adjustment as “bad.” As a result, they try to stop, fix, or control these undesirable feelings through many different ways.

Unfortunately, unsuccessful attempts to suppress feelings usually lead to a greater sensation of being more out of control. Encouraging students to experience the emotions of adjustment as “uncomfortable, but normal and expected” helps to decrease anxiety and to better cope with their environment.

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Try to confront problems head on rather than letting things build up. This will lessen your stress level and help you grow in your ability to navigate challenges that will come up in life beyond the college years. Have meaningful conversations with faculty, staff, and roommates/ suitemates. Every misunderstanding or disagreement doesn’t mean “confrontation or fight.” Thoughtful dialogue early on when something is bothering you can enhance your relationships with others.

Sara Hoover Director of Counseling and Health Services Birmingham-Southern College

Richard Yoakum

Learn balance.

Once you get plugged in, you can easily find something to do every minute of every day. Learn to prioritize what’s important (going to class is always important), and make sure you aren’t overextended. You can miss a social event and still have a lot of friends. You can skip a service opportunity and still graduate with a great resume. Saying “no” to some opportunities doesn’t mean you are lazy.

Josh Miller Director of Counseling Services University of Montevallo

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Birmingham- Southern College

BSC: Preparing the professionals of tomorrow You can go anywhere for a college degree. At Birmingham-Southern College, we’re committed to offering you the handson experiences you’ll need to succeed—no matter what field you choose. Our unique January term gives you four weeks of flexibility to pursue your dreams, and our top-notch academic programs will give you the skills to succeed. At BSC, you’ll: Explore the world and discover your own passions. Take a class that inspires you or visit a country you’ve only seen on a map.

Make friends that give you new perspectives on life, expand your horizons in a campus club, or test your limits on the field of play.

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Experience learning in a new way.

Tackle challenges you never imagined, then take what you learn beyond the classroom.

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Jacksonville State University Would it surprise you to learn that Jacksonville, Alabama, a city of less than 13,000, is home to a business school ranked in the top 5% of such schools in the entire world?

Well, it’s true.

Jacksonville State University’s School of Business and Industry is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business-International, the premier accrediting body for business schools. That’s a distinction held by only 5% of business schools worldwide. It has also been named as one of the top business schools in the country by The Princeton Review.

How did Jacksonville State University earn this mark of excellence?

One reason is its “very dedicated faculty, who take the ‘up close and personal’ approach to students,” says Dean William Fielding. “Our faculty seek to be recognized as excellent teachers and scholars, dedicated f irst and foremost to the development of students, through quality teaching, advising and mentoring.”

Jacksonville State’s business school offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees, including an MBA degree available completely online. Students can major in seven areas, and gain a valuable foundation in business administration theory and practice from the required program courses. The MBA program is designed to cover business fundamentals, while also addressing the international business environment and changing business technologies. The school recently added curricula in Entrepreneurship and E-Commerce.

Students in the MBA program are able to design their course work in a way that best suits their schedule and lifestyle.

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at their own pace and communicate with professors and fellow students via email and live chat.

Enhancing Learning and the Student Experience “Faculty utilize technology to engage students in both blended and online learning to enhance the learning environment,” Dr. Fielding says. “Our university-wide Faculty Commons provides special training to help faculty enhance the student experience through the use of technology and modern learning.”

The faculty bring extensive real-world experience into the classroom, Associate Dean Louise Clark adds. “Our faculty work closely with students, one-on-one in many cases, to assist them with tackling business issues. In addition, our faculty is very involved and instrumental in assisting students with their future career and professional plans, whether it is assisting with internships, job placement or locating a ‘good-fit’ graduate program.”

The school has a long history of

producing graduates who meet the workforce needs of the region, state and nation. Many have achieved top leadership positions in business and industry.

Yet, for all that, JSU’s business school offers excellent value. In addition to its premier academic standing, the school has been recognized for maintaining reasonable tuition rates. For example, the school’s online tuition is considered one of the lowest of all AACSB-International schools offering an online MBA program.

“We offer very affordable, high quality AASCB-accredited business programs that lead to excellent professional career opportunities for students,” Dean Clark says. “Our faculty are continuously investigating more innovative ways of approaching education and engaging students. We are focused on student engagement, realizing that today’s students learn more through action than through words.”

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AACSB Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Less than 5% of the world’s 13,000 business programs have earned AACSB Accreditation. JSU is proud to be AACSB accredited in business.

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Miles College

Miles College Strategically Strengthens Its Ties and Is Poised for Growth Miles College is positioning itself as not only a critical cornerstone of Birmingham, Alabama’s past, but also a key partner in its future.

In addition to producing graduates who work in the city government and its utility offices, and who comprise its professional population of doctors and lawyers and business owners, the institution has been a key partner with the city of Birmingham in many initiatives, including the White House’s My Brother’s Keeper initiative.

As part of this push toward community engagement, the institution’s leadership is working with the City of Fairfield to develop partnerships such as rebuilding abandoned area homes with Habitat for Humanity to enhance both the college and the neighboring community.

Miles College, founded in 1898, is a premier liberal arts institution which is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and accredited

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the only four-year institution in historic Birmingham designated as a member of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). Miles College is a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) higher learning institution. The College is one of only 39 HBCUs to have the designation of a United Negro College Fund (UNCF) institution.

The College offers baccalaureate programs with majors such as Accounting, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Communications, Computer and Information Sciences, History, Language Arts, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood/Elementary Education, English, Mathematics, Political Science and Social Work. In sum, Miles offers 28 Bachelor Degree programs in six academic divisions to an enrollment of approximately 1,700 students.

Miles College has 135 faculty members who are visibly committed to higher learning and professional development.

Faculty members are diverse and bring

professional and personal experiences from over twenty countries. At least 30% of the faculty members are from Asian and African countries.

Under the leadership of President George T. French, Jr., Miles College is strong financially, and in 2006 purchased a new 41-acre campus adjacent to the existing campus. Previously “landlocked,” this acquisition enabled Miles to double the land size of the College. By 2012, the campaign had raised $41 million, which allowed for the purchase of Lloyd Noland Hospital, which would become the site of the North Campus, and the simultaneous construction of three new buildings on campus—a student center, a dormitory, and a campus admissions and welcome center.

With strategic leadership and innovative programs, Miles College is poised to build its historic past into a bright future.

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The W: Mississippi University for Women

Personal, Affordable, Quality Education Our students say there’s something special about The W. You might think they’re talking about our beautiful historic campus, our small class sizes, or the fact that we’ve been consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report, Washington Monthly Magazine, and Online College Database.

Sure those are important. But what students say gives their education that extra something is our community, which is down to earth, welcoming, and intellectually curious. It’s what makes them feel at home.

The W is known for its intimate setting; history and traditions; and “like family” attitude.

Physical Environment Unique in the marketplace, The W provides a walkable, open campus; a large number of buildings on The National Register of Historic Places; and a

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geographic location in easy distance of its host community, Columbus, Mississippi.

Social/Psychological Environment A campus known for its Southern hospitality, The W has a commitment to each student that closely aligns with its mission; a strong sense of service; a familiar tradition; and a closeness with faculty that allows building relationships that last.

Quality of Instruction and Academic Excellence Our university has an experienced faculty; an institutional reputation for strong academics and program offerings; strong peer interaction; and a favorable 14:1 student faculty ratio.

The W was founded in 1884 on a pretty daring idea: women should have the chance for higher education. Today, the university attracts both female and male students from around the region and around the world.

It has established one of the premier

nursing programs in the state, offering degrees from the associate’s through the doctor of nursing practice, and has developed a nationally recognized program in culinary arts.

The W’s four colleges include Arts and Sciences; Business and Professional Studies; Education and Human Sciences; and Nursing and Speech-Language Pathology.

We know college is not just about academics. It’s hard not to find a fit in one of more than 75 student organizations. Help plan a concert, compete in intramurals, serve in student government, join a social club, sorority, or fraternity. Or start your own organization. We’re all about you!

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Looking for a great education that gives you a great value?

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We have the most affordable tuition at a public university in Mississippi.

Residents of Alabama also qualify for out-of-state tuition waivers.

The W offers a private-college feel, with a student body of 3,200 and a student-faculty ratio of 14 to 1. Your classes will be taught by professors who know you and mentor you.

We’ve been consistently ranked one of the top public regional universities by U.S. News & World Report and Washington Monthly Magazine.

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Samford University

Samford University is Alabama’s topranked private university with nationally ranked academic programs rooted in the university’s Christian mission. Located in suburban Birmingham, Samford was founded in 1841 and is the 87th oldest institution of higher learning in the United States. It enrolls 5,206 students from 46 states and 32 countries in 10 academic units: arts, arts and sciences, business, divinity, education, health professions, law, nursing, pharmacy and public health.

In 2015, U.S. News and World Report ranked Samford 4th among regional universities in the South. Samford also has been nationally ranked for academic programs, value and affordability by such prestigious publications and rankings as

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Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction, among others.

Samford offers 30 undergraduate and graduate/professional degrees. There are 158 undergraduate majors, minors and concentrations.

Graduate/professional degrees are offered in business, divinity, design studies, education, health professions, environmental management, law, music, nursing, pharmacy and public health. The university’s College of Health Sciences is adding many new undergraduate and graduate/professional programs in the next few years. The faculty-to-student ratio is 1:13, and no classes are taught by teaching assistants.

Among Samford’s 48,000-plus alumni

are more than 60 U.S. congressmen, seven state governors, two U.S. Supreme Court justices, four Rhodes Scholars, multiple Emmy and Grammy award-winning artists, two national championship football coaches, and recipients of the Pulitzer and Nobel Peace prizes.

The university fields 17 varsity sports—eight men’s and nine women’s— that participate at the NCAA Division I level in the Southern Conference.

Samford has an annual economic impact of $335.1 million on the local economy.

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Troy University

At Troy University, you will find more than just a top-notch education guiding you to a lifetime of achievement; you’ll also find incredible opportunities and a personal approach to teaching that can help you achieve more than you thought possible. TROY calls it the “Trojan Warrior Spirit,” and it’s at the heart of everything we do. From our Division I Athletics teams to our active Greek and extracurricular organizations, you’ll find new possibilities no matter where you look.

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aid, scholarships, outstanding faculty and flexible in-class and online class offerings.

Students on the Troy, Alabama, campus enjoy a traditional college experience, while working adult students are the centers of attention at campuses in Dothan, Montgomery and Phenix City, Alabama, as well as locations around the world and online.

Founded in 1887, TROY offers degrees in fields like business, education, nursing, computer science, psychology and criminal justice—some of the world’s most in-demand career fields. At TROY, students benefit from quality academic opportunities in an atmosphere that combines the large-college experience with

personalized attention, whether in class or online. TROY has been recognized by the Princeton Review as “one of the best in the Southeast” and by Forbes as “a top university in the nation.” College Ranker named the city of Troy as “a best college town to live in forever.”

No doubt, the Trojan Warrior Spirit is alive and well at Troy University. To find out more about in-class and online degree programs at TROY, and to research scholarship and financial aid options, visit troy.edu/spirit or call 1-800-586-9771.

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Everything about our public university embodies it, from the way our professors engage with their students to the intensity our athletes bring to the game. Do what you love, and be great at it. That’s the Trojan Warrior Spirit, and it’s alive and well at Troy University.

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The University of Alabama

There Is No Place Like UA Last fall, our student body included 17,222 students from the state of Alabama, meaning more students from our state chose The University of Alabama over any other college or university in the state.

Here at UA, we are experiencing unprecedented growth by attracting the most qualified students from not only our state, but from across the country and around the world. In fall 2015, 635 National Merit Scholars enrolled at UA, making us a leader among public universities nationwide. Of last year’s freshmen, 36 percent scored a 30 or higher on the ACT, placing them in the top 5 percent of all students who take the exam.

Living in Alabama, you’re probably familiar with UA. But, if you think we’re only about football, you’ll be surprised.

Situated on more than 1,000 acres in Tuscaloosa, our sprawling, historic campus is widely considered one of the most beautiful in the country. The UA Quad, location of our highly recognizable bell tower, Denny Chimes, was named one of the “Most Beautiful and Iconic Quads in America” by Business Insider. Our tree-lined pathways, historic hallways and state-ofthe-art facilities are a source of pride for students, faculty, alumni and the entire UA family.

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Record of excellence For more than a decade, UA has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one the top 50 public universities in the nation. From 2007 to 2016, UA is No. 1 in the United States in the number of prestigious Goldwater Scholars, with 27, placing Harvard in the second spot with 26. Among UA’s alumni also are numerous Rhodes Scholars, Truman Scholars, Hollings Scholars, Boren Scholars and Fulbright Award recipients.

Unmatched educational opportunity We offer more than 200 majors and minors in 12 colleges and schools. If none of these is quite right, New College allows students to customize their own course of study. Abundant opportunities exist for students to study abroad and participate in undergraduate research. And, with 546 student organizations on campus, there are endless ways to learn, grow, explore and excel.

Strong alumni network UA has more than 200,000 alumni worldwide, including members in all 50 states and many other countries. Our 116 active alumni clubs around the country offer students multiple networking opportunities when searching for internships and jobs.

And, graduates relocating to almost any

area will find a welcoming group of UA family members.

Paying for it all Generous scholarship opportunities are available for first-time freshmen from Alabama, even more if you are a National Merit Finalist. In addition to scholarships, 43 percent of UA undergraduates receive some type of federal financial aid, such as work-study, loans or grants.

In today’s economy, we know that even with a top quality education, cost is still a factor. That’s why we are pleased that Kiplinger’s finance magazine routinely names The University of Alabama to its annual “Best Values in Public Education” list of top universities that combine “great academics and affordable tuition.”

Plan your visit The best way to know if a university is right for you is to visit in person. Plan a trip to the Capstone today and let one of our students give you a guided tour of our beautiful campus. See for yourself why there is no place like UA! To learn more, visit UA.edu.

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The University of Alabama at Birmingham

KING A BIT OF CHALLENGING STATUS QUO Your world will never be the same. the lab, or the classroom.

Broad horizons. At UAB, nearly POINTS OF PRIDE Vital knowledge. A college 18,500 voices from across the nation #1 Alabama university, and in the top 200 education shouldn’t just convey facts— and 95 countries come together on a worldwide, in U.S. News & World Report’s 2016 it should be a source of knowledge. campus consistently ranked among Best Global Universities ranking.

UAB’s degrees include courses of study the top most diverse campuses in the Only Alabama university classified by the that can’t be found anywhere else in the nation. Students share cultures, ideas, Carnegie Foundation for both “very high interests, and unique personalities for research activity” and “community engagement” state or even in the Southeast. Placing unique curricula in real-life context can an enriched education that surpasses the More Rhodes Scholars named since the standard curriculum. Bringing the world year 2000 than at any other university in Alabama. lead to a life-changing education.

Undergraduate research. Waiting to UAB offers students a world’s worth State-of-the-art student center opened in 2016 until graduate school to begin research of experiences during college, preparing In walking distance to Regions Park, Railroad in earnest means waiting to learn them to create experiences of their own Park, art galleries, music venues, and some of the country’s best restaurants and waiting for a chance to make after graduation.

Partnership with the Birmingham world-changing discoveries. UAB Deep roots. UAB and the Business Alliance to provide internship students don’t wait—every year, more Birmingham area offer opportunities to opportunities with over 1,000 Birmingham than 3,500 undergraduates work learn from—and work with—some of employers the world’s top scholars, performers, and independently and side-by-side with experts. Programs from the sciences and some of the nation’s top researchers and engineering to the arts and humanities, and exclusive internship scholars, making breakthroughs in the lab, in the classroom, in the and co-op opportunities throughout the city, give students the studio, in the community, and within their own lives. benefit of expert instruction, exciting academic challenges, and How can our knowledge change your world? Learn more at experiences that will prepare them for a future in the job market, uab.edu.

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The University of Montevallo

Founded in 1896, the University of Montevallo is located in the heart of Alabama, approximately 35 miles south of Birmingham.

Designed by the people behind New York’s Central Park and the grounds around North Carolina’s Biltmore House, our campus looks like what you dream a college campus should look like: white columns, expansive lawns, brick walkways and huge stately oaks.

The University of Montevallo has the charm of a liberal arts experience but provides the value of a state supported institution. Here, students learn in an educational environment that boasts a student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21.

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our accreditations, scholarships and faculty resources, we’ve cultivated a reputation for producing bright minds. Montevallo offers academic programs in four colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Fine Arts. Students choose from more than 30 degree programs and approximately 75 majors and concentrations. They have unprecedented opportunities for conducting undergraduate research under full-time faculty mentors.

UM f ields 17 NCAA Division II athletic teams that compete in the Peach Belt Conference. Needless to say, students have ample opportunity to don the purple and gold.

Unique to Montevallo is its homecoming tradition, College Night, which is known as the only homecoming tradition of its kind in the nation. Since 1919, Montevallo students from across all

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disciplines have come together on this one night of the year for a spirited competition like no other. College Night was selected as a “Local Legacy” for the Library of Congress’s bicentennial celebration in 2000.

U.S. News & World Report ranks Montevallo as the top public master’s-level university in Alabama, a distinction held each year since 2008. UM was also recently named a College of Distinction for the fifth consecutive year.

We invite you to take a tour and see for yourself what becoming a Falcon is all about.

THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTEVALLO FOR MORE INFORMATION: montevallo.edu/visit Call: 205.665.6030 or 1.800.292.4349 (toll-free) Email: admissions@montevallo.edu

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The University of Montevallo is in the business of guiding you to become who you are meant to be. At our campus, nestled in the heart of Alabama, you will walk to class on our signature red brick streets and study under sprawling oak trees. Here you will find an environment designed for doing, thinking and achieving. Our students are not only serious about their education, but are also driven to change the world. Your future is waiting‌

What will you become? www.montevallo.edu | (205) 665-6030 | admissions@montevallo.edu | #futurevallo

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Auburn University at Montgomery Why We Learn…at AUM Learning is hard work, but we do it to make our lives better, richer, more exciting.

When you learn at Auburn University at Montgomery — no matter which of our 90+ undergraduate and graduate programs you choose — you’ll learn in a hands-on environment with unique opportunities to start your career-building network while you earn your degree.

AUM’s five colleges — Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Nursing and Health Sciences, and Public Policy and Justice — are academically challenging, but students say our friendly and supportive faculty, many of them distinguished academics and practitioners in their fields, and staff help them meet the rigorous academic demands. That’s why we’re ranked among The Princeton Review’s 2016’s best colleges in the region.

You can find new and exciting careers

through AUM’s unique programs, such as Entrepreneurship, Geographic Information Systems, Hospitality and Tourism, Homeland Security, and Cybersystems and Information Security.

When you’re a Warhawk, you’ll grow academically and build professional networks and tight social and cultural connections. You’ll find lifelong friends through AUM’s Greek organizations,

HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHY WE LEARN? After all, it’s hard.

It’s work. Is it worth it?

We learn because that’s what makes us human. We learn to make something more of our lives.

That’s why we do the work.

To give ourselves more opportunities.

To find what we love to do — and to become great at it.

That’s why college matters. And that’s why we’re here — to help you build the life you choose. #whywelearn aum.edu

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academic and special interest clubs, study abroad, and championship winning sports teams.

So, while you’re doing the hard work of learning, AUM is here to help you build the life you choose.

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Mississippi College A strong academic heritage can make any university “great,” but what makes a university truly stand apart is the people – people who genuinely care about the students and strive to support them in every facet of their lives. Mississippi College has been educating and supporting students for nearly two centuries – since 1826.

As the oldest university and the largest private university in the state, MC offers an array of academic programs for its students, including over 80 areas of undergraduate study, over 50 areas of graduate study, a law school, and the state’s only Physician’s Assistant program. What enriches these programs is the personal attention students receive inside the classroom with our low 16:1 student-to-teacher ratio.

Moreover, MC consistently appears as

one of “America’s Best Colleges” and a “Best Value” by U.S. News & World Report.

With a cost approximately $15,000 less than the average private university, MC is a viable college option for many students.

For our students, higher education means more than getting a degree. It means finding a family away from home, having their Christian values reinforced in all areas of their lives, and obtaining an education that will serve them well throughout their careers.

To learn more about the many reasons why MC may be the perfect fit for you, visit www.mc.edu/whyMC.

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Our thriving campus life keeps students engaged, challenging academics keep students sharp, and our solid Christian foundation keeps students grounded.

MC’s smaller size offers students a world of possibilities to excel inside and outside of the classroom. Plus, our generous scholarship program makes us one of the most affordable private Christian educations in the nation, allowing MC to become the largest private university in the state. If you are looking for a place to grow academically, socially, and spiritually, consider making Mississippi College your new home away from home.

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