University Of South Alabama

The University of South Alabama, the only major public institution of higher learning on the upper Gulf Coast, was created by act of the Alabama State Legislature in May, 1963. With Alabama's two older universities more than 200 miles distant, USA is strategically located in the greater Mobile area of Mobile County with a population of more than a million within a 100-mile radius.

The University was opened in June, 1964. Its establishment continues an early progressive tradition of education in south Alabama. Two church-related colleges are located in Mobile; the first, Spring Hill College, was founded in 1830; the other, Mobile College, (now University of Mobile) opened in 1963.

Their programs lead to 2-year and 4-year degrees, masters degrees, and doctoral degrees.

Athletic scholarships are given in basketball, baseball, track/cross country and other sports and student housing is available.

Location: 307 N University Blvd, Mobile Alabama 36688 Telephone 251-460-6011

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