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Talladega College is Alabama’s oldest, private, historically Black, liberal arts institution. For more than 136 years, Talladega College has been committed to providing individuals with a first-rate education based on academic excellence, leadership development and services to benefit mankind. Talladega has a proven track record of providing a solid foundation for its graduates. The College has been nationally ranked for its success in producing graduates who pursue post-baccalaureate degrees and professional certifications in their various occupations.
School Overview:
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| County | Talladega County, AL |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate (Liberal Arts) Colleges I |
| Institution Level | 4 or more years |
| Institution Control | Private, non-profit |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 339 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 29 students |
| Total Enrollment | 368 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 660 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 96 % |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 78 % |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $4,791 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 24% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $8,647 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 77% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $2,962 |
- Alabama’s oldest, private, historically black, liberal arts college continues to offer a unique undergraduate educational experience. We are committed to maintaining a high standard of academic excellence evidenced through the success of our graduates.
- The history of Talladega College began on November 20, 1865, when two former slaves William Savery and Thomas Tarrant, both of Talladega, met in convention with a group of new freedmen in Mobile, Alabama. Savery and Tarrant, aided by General Wager Swayne of the Freedmen´s Bureau, began in earnest to provide a school for the children of former slaves of the community. The grateful parents renamed the building Swayne School and it opened in November of 1867 with about 140 pupils.
- In 1869, Swayne School was issued a charter as Talladega College by the Judge of Probate of Talladega County.
- Talladega College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Bachelor of Arts degree. The Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.The Teacher Education Program is accredited by the Alabama State Department of Education.
- Profile last updated: 00/00/0000.
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