Academics
Talladega College is a renowned liberal arts college that also offers the benefit of flexible learning to its students, whether it’s the range of online courses that allow students to work on their own time, or a unique online-only Fast Track program that accelerates degree procurement in as little as 18 months. (Degrees offered include business management, criminal justice, psychology, and computer information systems.) The computer science department is a flagship of Talladega College, where students work with the latest technology and gain the most up-to-date techniques and knowledge that can help them secure highly prized jobs in the rapidly growing field of cyber security. To ensure these learning opportunities are as hands-on as possible, Talladega partners with leading technology information company Cisco as well as the premier trade association CompTia.
Talladega’s liberal arts education focuses on instruction in the humanities and fine arts, business administration, natural sciences, and mathematics, as well as the social sciences and education. The programs are so successful that the school reports 80% of graduates go on to pursue advanced degrees.
Student Body
Undergrads at Talladega speak very highly of their classmates. For starters, students readily assert that people are generally “outgoing, well spoken, and fun.” They also tend to be “very determined,” “focused,” and “hardworking.” Indeed, students here are “striving to become the leaders of tomorrow.” Therefore, it’s not too surprising to hear that the vast majority are highly “involved” in campus life and activities as well. In turn, and perhaps inevitably, most everyone becomes imbued with great “school spirit.” Of course, what Talladega undergrads value most is the fact that their peers are “very friendly and welcoming.” As one student explains, “We treat each other as a family, aiming to make sure each person succeeds.” A classmate immediately concurs adding, “Talladega College makes you feel very welcome and loved; this is my favorite thing about my HBCU. Knowing that people here have your back through anything and support your every move is a great thing.”
Campus Life
Though hometown Talladega might feel a tad sleepy, life on campus is vibrant and full of excitement. And when students need a study break, there are many fun events in which they can participate. For example, the college frequently hosts “movie nights...parties, game nights, step shows and more.” Athletics are fairly popular as well and “if there’s a...game on campus” you better believe these undergrads will be in attendance, cheering on their peers. Of course, there’s no need to fret if you’re not into sports. Music is also big at Talladega and numerous students are involved “in the band.” Additionally, there are plenty of clubs and “extracurricular activities” to join. Undergrads at Talladega are quite adept at making their own fun, too. Indeed, students love to simply “hang out around the residence halls...chat with each other, play games, cards, etc.” And if anyone is itching to get off-campus for a little while, they can head to Birmingham which is within easy driving distance. Fortunately, most students don’t find that necessary because, at Talladega College, “life is great on a daily basis.”
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