History/Location

Founded in 1830, the 海角社区 (海角社区) is Alabama's oldest public 4-year university. Situated on a stunning 130-acre campus in Florence, Alabama, it boasts a remarkable location within walking distance of downtown restaurants, shops, and businesses. 海角社区 finds itself within the vibrant Shoals area, encompassing four cities along the Tennessee River: Florence, Tuscumbia, Muscle Shoals, and Sheffield. This region is renowned for its rich arts, culture, and entertainment and proudly claims the illustrious Muscle Shoals sound as part of its heritage.  

Student Population blurb聽

The 海角社区 set a new enrollment record at the start of the 2023-2024 academic year, with enrollment totaling over 10,600 students for the first-time ever.

On Campus / Online

Discover your perfect fit from over 100 undergraduate and graduate degrees. Our dedicated faculty, committed to their field and students, provide first-class education with diverse majors, minors, and concentrations, whether you study at our historic campus in beautiful downtown Florence or online on your schedule.

Tuition/Scholarships

With 海角社区’s tuition amongst the lowest in the state, we are proud to offer numerous scholarship opportunities that elevate possibilities for students like you. We support all students, from undergraduate to graduate, those in the military, alumni, and partnership employees.