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ITT Technical Institute-Bessemer
Vital statistics: ITT Technical Institute located at 9511 Angola Court, Indianapolis offers online courses. Online courses offered includes online MBA programs and Bachelor and Associate Degree programs in areas of information technology, drafting and design, business, criminal justice and nursing.
Accredited: Yes, by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.itt-tech.edu/fa.cfm
Main website address: http://www.itt-tech.edu/
Main Campus Address: 6270 Park South Drive, Bessemer, Alabama 35022
Telephone Number: (205) 497-5700
J F Drake State Technical College
Vital statistics: J F Drake State Technical College established in 1961 was initially named the Huntsville State Vocational Technical School. Today the college provides affordable technical courses that trains students for future employment in technical, industrial and vocational careers.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.drakestate.edu/admissions/financial_aid.aspx
Main website address: http://www.drakestate.edu
Main Campus Address: 3421 Meridian St N, Huntsville, Alabama 35811
Telephone Number: (256) 539-8161
Jacksonville State University
Vital statistics: Jacksonville State University started in 1883 as a state normal school. Today JSU supports students socially, culturally and academically during their time in with the university. JSU helps students enhance their collegiate experience through co-curricular programs and activities as well. These activities promote a better quality of life to students and help them develop leadership and community responsibility.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education. http://www.jsu.edu/accreditation.html
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.jsu.edu/finaid/index.html
Main website address: http://www.jsu.edu/
Main Campus Address: 700 Pelham Road North, Jacksonville, Alabama 36265
Telephone Number: (256) 782-5781
James H Faulkner State Community College
Vital statistics: At James H Faulkner State Community College students can stay close to their homes and the sandy beaches of Baldwin County if they take advantage of choosing one of the three campuses located in Bay Minette, Fairhope or Gulf Shores. Faulkner State Community College offers more than 100 areas of study from Art to Zoology. They say that all courses are guaranteed by state law to transfer to any public universities in Alabama. College life for students will also be interesting with more than twenty organizations ranging from academic, leadership based and even hobby related that students can join and participate in.
Accredited: Yes, by the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.faulknerstate.edu/financial-aid
Main website address: http://www.faulknerstate.edu/
Main Campus Address: 1900 US Hwy 31 S, Bay Minette, Alabama 36507-2698
Telephone Number: (251) 580-2100
Jefferson Davis Community College
Vital statistics: Jefferson Davis Community College features campuses in Brewton and Atmore. This offers students a unique educational experience through a comprehensive community college atmosphere. Class sizes are small. This allows faculty members to provide personal guidance and instructions through actual hands-on training. The College is also committed to providing training and access to the latest information technology.
Accredited: Yes, by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.jdcc.edu/index.php?action=256
Main website address: http://www.jdcc.edu/mainindex.php
Main Campus Address: 220 Alco Dr, Brewton, Alabama 36426
Telephone Number: (251) 867-4832
Jefferson State Community College
Vital statistics: Jefferson State Community College also popularly called “Jeff State” offers two year college in Alabama. The campus are located in eastern Jefferson County and another one in northern Shelby. Another one is in Pell city while the last one is in Clanton. The community college offers 120 transfer programs, 20 career programs and several certificate programs. Classes are available during the day. in the evening and are also available online. The school is popular for it’s Health and Biological Science Program. The school is also home to some of best organizations. Making sure that students will also have enough social exposure while still in the community.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.jeffstateonline.com/FinancialAid/index.aspx
Main website address: http://www.jeffstateonline.com
Main Campus Address: 2601 Carson Rd, Birmingham, Alabama 35215-3098
Telephone Number: (205) 853-1200
John C Calhoun State Community College
Vital statistics: John C. Calhoun Community College is the largest of the two year colleges in the Alabama Community College system. It is an open-admission, coeducational college that is state supported. It offers 49 associate degree programs and 52 career and certificate programs. Presently, Calhoun serves over 12,300 students.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.calhoun.edu/student_services/student_financial_services.aspx
Main website address: http://www.calhoun.edu/
Main Campus Address: 6250 U S Highway 31 N, Tanner, Alabama 35671
Telephone Number: (256) 306-2500
Judson College
Vital statistics: Judson College is the 5th oldest women’s only college in the nation. It was founded in 1838 by Baptists in Marion to educate young women in a Christian setting. The college was named after Ann Hasseltine Judson, the first American foreign female missionary. Today it remains affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Convention. Judson is committed to a quality, valuable education for women. The college was listed in the Top 20 Best National Liberal Arts Colleges in 2011 in U.S. News and World report. It was recognized for having a “thoroughly engaging academic program”.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://admissions.judson.edu/apply_calc.php
Main website address: http://www.judson.edu/
Main Campus Address: 302 Bibb St, Marion, Alabama 36756
Telephone Number: (334) 683-5100
Lawson State Community College-Birmingham Campus
Vital statistics: Lawson State Community College is a co-educational, comprehensive, public, two-year college. It seeks to provide accessible quality training and educational opportunities to students. Through this goal, they target to promote economic growth and enhance the quality of life for people in their immediate community. The college provides affordable and accessible lifelong learning opportunities and prepares students for employment or career advancement.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.lawsonstate.edu/FinancialAid/index.html
Main website address: http://www.lawsonstate.edu/
Main Campus Address: 3060 Wilson Rd SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35221-1717
Telephone Number: (205) 925-2515
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Vital statistics: Lurleen B. Wallace Community College is a public, coeducational, two year institution governed by the Alabama State Board of Education. It offers career-oriented certificates and associate degrees. It also offers university transfer courses. The college provides special training for workforce development, existing business, industry, adult education and community services to their immediate community.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.lbwcc.edu/financial_aid.aspx
Main website address: http://www.lbwcc.edu
Main Campus Address: 1000 Dannelly Blvd., Andalusia, Alabama 36420-1418
Telephone Number: (334) 222-6591
Marion Military Institute
Vital statistics: Marion Military Institute (MMI) opened up it’s doors in 1842 and since then became popular as a training institution for young men and women preparing them for a successful civilian and military careers. They are able to accomplish this by providing the best education program under a conservative, disciplined environment. Their goal is to develop the student’s intellectual, physical, moral, social and leadership abilities. Today MMI have students coming from all over the nation. MMI is one of the only five Military Junior Colleges in the United States.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.marionmilitary.edu/admissions/financial-application.da
Main website address: http://www.marionmilitary.edu/
Main Campus Address: 1101 Washington St, Marion, Alabama 36756
Telephone Number: (800) 664-1842
Miles College
Vital statistics: Miles College, founded in 1898 is a senior, liberal arts, church related college that began through the efforts of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. It’s a historically black college. Today it motivates and directs its students towards holistic development that leads to intellectual, ethical, spiritual and service-oriented lives. Miles College is accredited to award Baccalaureate Degrees. It is the only four-year institution in Birmingham, Alabama designated as a member of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. It is a science, technology, engineering and mathematics higher learning institution.
Accredited: Yes, by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which is fully recognized by the US Board of Education.
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.marionmilitary.edu/admissions/financial-application.da
Main website address: http://www.marionmilitary.edu/
Main Campus Address: 5500 Myron Massey Blvd, Fairfield, Alabama 35064-2621
Telephone Number: (205) 929-1000
New Beginning College of Cosmetology
Vital statistics: New Beginning College of Cosmetology is composed of a diverse set of students who are learning under the guidance of experienced teachers sharing information, practical hands on application, and allowing them to serve the community. The goal of the college is to guide students toward a brighter future through Cosmetic Arts education. The college is a privately owned and operated campus. It features a team that has over 50 years of combined experience in the cosmetology industry.
Accredited: Yes, by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.nbccosmetology.com/what_we_teach.php
Main website address: http://www.nbccosmetology.com/index.php
Main Campus Address: 509 Baltimore Avenue, Albertville, Alabama 35950-2415
Telephone Number: (256) 878-6430
Northeast Alabama Community College
Vital statistics: Northeast Alabama Community College prides itself for being among the leading community colleges in the South. They offer a comprehensive educational program that includes technical/career and academic transfer programs. Their graduates and students are consistent high scorers on nationally standardized tests and licensing examinations. Their graduates are ranked first within the Alabama Community College System in terms of job retention. NACC offers a campus where students will find plenty of friendly staff willing to help them succeed.
Accredited: Yes, by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://www.nacc.edu/financial/sources.htm
Main website address: http://www.nacc.edu/
Main Campus Address: 138 Highway 35, Rainsville, Alabama 35986
Telephone Number: (205) 638-4418
Northwest Shoals Community College
Vital statistics: Northwest Shoals Community College Offers two-year courses. It is a public, two-year college for higher learning that provides vocational, technical, academic and lifelong educational opportunities in the northwest Alabama Region. It’s service area includes counties of Colbert, Franklin, Lauderdale, Lawrence and the western portion of Winston. They feature two campuses, the Shoals campus and the Phil Campbell campus.
Accredited: Yes, by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences
Financial aid information: Yes, available at: http://nwscc.edu/financialaid/financialaid.html
Main website address: http://www.nwscc.edu/
Main Campus Address: 800 George Wallace Blvd, Muscle Shoals, Alabama 35661
Telephone Number: (256) 331-5200
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