University of Montevallo

If college is more than just “the next step” in your life, then you’ve come to the right place.

The next four years are destined to be some of the most exciting, most influential and most memorable you will ever experience. A Montevallo education means you won’t spend these years simply striving for a piece of paper that says, “you did it.” It means you will enjoy small class sizes, personalized attention, engaging student activities and abundant opportunities for real world experience. You will emerge a well-rounded, highly educated individual who isn’t just ready for the world—you’re ready to change it.

At the University of Montevallo, students don’t merely fit in, they find a place to call home — a family where they belong. So schedule a tour; come see for yourself why.

The overriding mission of the University of Montevallo, unique in higher education in Alabama, is to provide to students from throughout the state an affordable, geographically accessible, “small college” public higher educational experience of high quality, with a strong emphasis on undergraduate liberal studies and with professional programs supported by a broad base of arts and sciences, designed for their intellectual and personal growth in the pursuit of meaningful employment and responsible, informed citizenship.

For undergraduates, our vision is to offer academically capable students from all sociodemographic backgrounds an affordable, life-enriching “honors college” experience stressing community service and global awareness, all within an atmosphere of national historic beauty and a tradition of innovative cultural expression. Our vision for graduate students builds on this undergraduate foundation, using traditional and innovative instructional methods to foster growth in specialized skills and knowledge required by practicing educators, counselors, speech-language clinicians, scholars in the humanities, and other professional leaders, within a nurturing environment steeped in the unique “Montevallo experience.”

The University of Montevallo offers 40+ high-impact undergraduate and graduate programs across the four colleges: Arts & Sciences, Stephens College of Business, Education, and Fine Arts. Use the power of our search engine to find the program that’s right for you. Each program is designed to help you prepare for the real world – to solve the problems you are passionate about; to become a thinker AND a doer. We offer a hybrid educational experience that combines deep classroom-based learning with its application on projects that will explore and impact your communities of choice. Come join us in this bold 21st century educational journey and change the world. Through Study Abroad, students may complete one or more degree requirements through educational activities off campus. Such activities include, but are not limited to, undergraduate and graduate classroom study, research, intern- or externships, field studies, clinical or observational trials, and service learning accomplished for credit both outside the United States and through participation in the National Student Exchange.

Study Abroad does not substitute for or relieve any residency requirements. Awarding of academic credit is dependent on the type of program and agreement under which the student studied. In all cases, students are encouraged to confirm academic credit arrangements before leaving campus.

College is an exciting time! It is a great opportunity to explore, discover and redefine who you are both inside and outside the classroom. At the University of Montevallo, we strive to challenge and assist students in finding their place academically and on campus while providing necessary support through quality programs and services. Montevallo is an intentionally distinctive small town that embraces a culture of community, respect, and innovation. Our community offers residents and visitors alike a wide range of cultural, educational, entertainment, historic and outdoor recreational activities in which to participate.

A University is only as good as its facilities. Montevallo hosts everything from a state-of-the-art library to a fully loaded recreation and athletic facilities — ensuring that our students can live the "work hard, play hard" mantra.

Some of the most significant and formative times of your college career actually take place outside of the classroom. You will share experiences, exchange ideas, gain new perspectives, and forge bonds – with some people like yourself, and with some who couldn’t be more different. There are many avenues for getting involved, meeting new people, or exercising your hobbies at the University of Montevallo. Here you are bound to form lifelong friendships and create priceless memories!

Once you’ve been admitted to the University of Montevallo, the next step is figuring out what options you have for paying for your education. Whether you’re trying to discover if you’re eligible for grant money, searching for a work-study position, or interested in taking out student loans, you can fill out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and determine what your financial aid package will look like. No matter what economic background you come from, there’s always an opportunity to get financial assistance while pursuing a college education here at UM. Our goal is to assist students and their families in financing the costs associated with attending the University of Montevallo. The staff in our Student Aid Office are here to make your education at UM as affordable as possible.