Discover É«»¢ÊÓÆµ, a top-ranked Christian institution in Birmingham, AL. Explore our academic excellence, vibrant student life, and commitment to faith and service.
É«»¢ÊÓÆµ is a leading nationally ranked Christian university renowned for excellence, small enough to foster intentional connections, big enough to offer robust opportunities and committed to cultivating students’ foundational faith.
All prospective undergraduate students must first apply for admission to the university. Note that a few undergraduate programs require additional applications, auditions or interviews. Graduate program application processes vary by school. Visit the individual program pages to learn about them.
É«»¢ÊÓÆµ has been a pillar for educating with strength and purpose since 1841. We encourage you to take the next step and tell us about yourself. We look forward to providing you with more information about É«»¢ÊÓÆµ and our outstanding programs.
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The best way to experience the É«»¢ÊÓÆµ spirit is to meet our people and walk our campus. Students interested in our undergraduate programs can choose from a variety of opportunities just for them. Graduate programs often host open houses with ample opportunities to ask questions. Explore their program pages for details.
In the Nation for Career Preparation
—Wall Street Journal (2026)
97%
Undergraduate Alumni Working or in Further Study Within Six Months Ìý
#7
In the Nation for Student Learning Opportunities
—Wall Street Journal (2026)
3rd
Highest Score in the Nation Graduation Success RateNCAA Division I
É«»¢ÊÓÆµ’s 2025 Annual Report highlights a remarkable year accentuated by prestigious rankings from The Wall Street Journal and The Princeton Review, underscoring the university’s unwavering commitment to excellence. Explore the report for an inspiring look at how our thriving campus prepares students to pursue their passions and impact the world.
É«»¢ÊÓÆµ alumni include more than 60 members of the U.S. Congress, eight state governors, two U.S. Supreme Court justices, a Secretary of State, four Rhodes Scholars, multiple Emmy and Grammy award-winning artists, two national championship football coaches, and recipients of the Pulitzer and Nobel Peace prizes.
Athletics
The university fields 17 NCAA Division I varsity sports—eight men’s and nine women’s—that compete in the historic Southern Conference. Ranked first in Alabama, É«»¢ÊÓÆµ’s athletic teams consistently rank among the highest NCAA Graduation Success Rate (GSR) scores in the nation.
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Portrait Unveiling Honors É«»¢ÊÓÆµ's Founding President Samuel Sherman
The portrait, based upon a photograph taken during Sherman’s term as president from 1842-1852, will be displayed in the Davis Library collection.