Strong internship programs especially in business. Culverhouse has dedicated Career Management Center. Partnerships with major corporations (Mercedes-Benz, Regions Bank, etc.). Average 85% of business students complete internships.

Lower-level classes range 50-300 students; upper-level business/major classes typically 20-40 students. Honors College offers smaller seminars of 15-20 students.

Mixed approach: large lectures for introductory courses, more discussion-based and applied learning in upper-level courses. Culverhouse emphasizes case studies, group projects, and internship integration.

Student Success Center, tutoring services, Supplemental Instruction for difficult courses, Writing Center, Math Lab. Academic coaching available. However, with large class sizes, individual attention requires student initiative.

Overall 6-month post-graduation employment rate approximately 75-80%. Business school placement rate higher at 85-90%. Average starting salary for business graduates $50,000-55,000.

• No formal pre-law major but strong advising through Pre-Law Advising Office. Alabama Law School on campus (ranked #27 nationally). High law school acceptance rates for undergrads.
• Culverhouse College of Business is AACSB-accredited. Ranked #70 among public business schools by U.S. News. Marketing program particularly strong with dedicated Marketing Department.
• Strong program within Culverhouse College; emphasis on digital marketing and analytics. Multiple marketing concentrations available.
• BA and BS options available. Department offers research opportunities and clinical psychology preparation. Mid-tier program nationally.
• Exercise science and kinesiology programs available as preparation. Department of Kinesiology offers DPT program (doctoral level). Strong pre-health advising.

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Very strong presence - approximately 35-38% of students involved in Greek life. 38 fraternities and 24 sororities. Greek life significantly influences social scene but not required for social life. Machine (Greek political organization) historically influential in campus politics.

Vibrant and traditional Southern social scene. Heavy emphasis on football culture, Greek life, and Southern traditions. Active bar scene on Strip. Diverse student organizations (500+). Can be cliquish but opportunities for everyone.

EXCEPTIONAL - One of the strongest in the nation. SEC football powerhouse (Alabama Crimson Tide). Bryant-Denny Stadium seats 100,000+. Game days are massive events. Multiple national championships. Strong traditions including Million Dollar Band, homecoming, and rivalry week.

87% freshman retention rate

71% six-year graduation rate

Very active campus. Football Saturdays in fall are legendary. Greek life dominates weekends. Strip (University Boulevard) has bars and restaurants. Campus does NOT empty on weekends - residential campus culture.

Predominantly conservative given Alabama location. However, campus has diverse viewpoints and active political organizations across spectrum. Generally respectful discourse but leans right overall.

Urban campus in Tuscaloosa (population ~100,000). Campus itself is 1,200 acres with distinct quad areas. Mix of historic and modern buildings. City surrounds campus.

Approximately 213 sunny days per year. Hot, humid summers. Mild winters (average low 40°F). Subtropical climate with significant sunshine year-round.

Lake Tuscaloosa nearby (10 minutes) for water activities. Black Warrior River runs through campus area. Hurricane Creek Park offers hiking trails. Lake Lurleen State Park (15 minutes) has trails and camping. Sipsey Wilderness (1 hour) for serious hiking.

Crimson Ride - free campus bus system with multiple routes. Walkable campus core. Car helpful for off-campus activities. Uber/Lyft available. Limited public transportation in Tuscaloosa itself.

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) - 55 miles, approximately 1 hour drive. Tuscaloosa Regional Airport for smaller flights.

Tuscaloosa is a classic college town. Downtown has restaurants, entertainment. The Strip (University Blvd) is main student area with bars, restaurants, shops. City revolves around university. Birmingham (1 hour) offers bigger city amenities, concerts, professional sports, airport.

Alabama Crimson Cabaret - official dance team. Performs at basketball games and university events. Auditions held in spring (April/May). Walk-ons can audition - no dance major required. Competitive team with technique requirements in jazz, hip-hop, pom. Also Alabama Pom Squad for football sidelines.

• Student Recreation Center - 220,000 sq ft facility with fitness equipment, pools, rock climbing wall, basketball courts, group fitness classes, indoor track.
• Extensive intramural program - flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis, etc. Very popular with high participation rates.

Multiple dining halls with varying quality. Fresh Food Company is most popular. Lakeside Dining, Burke Hall. Unlimited meal plan options. Many on-campus chain restaurants (Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, Panda Express). Off-campus dining scene strong on Strip and downtown.

Beautiful Southern campus. Historic Quad with columned buildings and oak trees is iconic. Gorgas Library, Denny Chimes are landmarks. Mix of Greek Revival architecture and modern facilities. Well-maintained grounds, brick walkways. Consistently ranked among most beautiful campuses.

Range from older traditional dorms to new luxury-style halls. Ridgecrest South and Lakeside are newer, apartment-style with private bathrooms. Traditional halls like Tutwiler are older but renovated. Honors College housing available. Many students move off-campus sophomore/junior year to newer apartments.

Crimson Cabaret contact through Alabama Spirit Program: spiritsquads@ia.ua.edu or (205) 348-3600. Coach information available through Athletics Department.