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The University of North Alabama is a comprehensive regional state university offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs, serving residential and commuting students. It occupies a beautiful historic site that exceeds 100 acres, and is located in Florence, Lauderdale County, AL.

UNA traces its origin to LaGrange College, which was established in 1830 by the Methodist Church on the authority of the first college charter to be issued by the new State of Alabama. UNA has evolved into a modern and cosmopolitan institution of higher education. Among other things, it became a State Normal School in 1872, a State Teachers College in 1929, and a University in 1967. In addition, they were among the first coeducational institutions in the US.

Their programs lead to bachelors degrees and masters degrees.

Athletic scholarships are given in football, basketball, baseball, track/cross country and various sports. Student housing is available.

Location: University Station, Florence Alabama 35632 Telephone 256-765-4100 Toll Free: 256-765-4608

Other Education nearby:
(Huntsville) Academy for Academics and Arts
(Huntsville) Academy for Science and Foreign Language
(Athens) Athens State College
(Decatur) Austin High School
(Huntsville) Blossomwood Elementary School
(Scottsboro) Brownwood Elementary School

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