About Us
A Tradition-Rich University For Non-Traditional StudentsAthens State is one of the few universities in the nation dedicated solely to degree completion for transfer students, meaning we serve junior-level and senior-level undergraduate students in helping them finish their degrees. We also serve graduate students in their pursuit of career advancement through a master’s degree.
This makes us uniquely positioned to help students who want to finish or advance their degrees and ultimately maximize their earning potential. We have a long, rich history, but we are built for the un-traditional college student.
We place a genuine emphasis on producing the graduates that employers desire. We’ve become a destination for transfer students and for students who have paused their education — students who often find themselves balancing education with demands of adult life, including work and children.
We meet students where they are today and help them envision a bright tomorrow.
Not only is Athens State a friendly, personable place to go to college, but because we’re an upper-division university, many of our students are working adults who are in need of a flexible degree completion program.
Course schedules at Athens State are built to accommodate you on your time, including nights and weekends, in-person, and online. The many flexible online and hybrid learning opportunities are appealing to many of our students and are the hallmark of a modern university.
96%
of students take at least one online class each semester.
29/37
Our average undergraduate student age is 29; our average graduate student age is 37.
86%
of courses are available in online or hybrid (on-campus & online) formats.
Our History
Founded in 1822, Athens State University is Alabama’s oldest educational institution of higher learning. Today, Athens State’s role has evolved perhaps more than any other school in the state university system. Certainly, our mission is the most contemporary.
As we move into our third century of operations, let us be reminded of our rich history and the many inspiring people who have passed through our historic columns. Despite epidemics, wars, and economic downturns, our beloved institution has not only endured but has grown into a highly-respected university.
Explore Campus: Located in Athens, Alabama, Athens State is the perfect backdrop for you to finish what you started.
