Located 3 miles from downtown Birmingham, Alabama, Birmingham-Southern College is a four-year, private liberal arts institution founded in 1856 and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate and graduate degrees.
Small classes and close advising are integral parts of BSC. Students have a wide range of majors and programs to choose from, including traditional majors, pre-professional tracks, and interdisciplinary studies.
More than 90 percent of our students live on campus, making the Hilltop the perfect place to form friendships, attend events, and build your community.