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Tide Pride: Facts, Figures and Brags About UA Online

We’re proud of the opportunities we offer our students. Here's what some of our Spring 2025 graduates told us about their experience:

UA Online has exceeded every expectation. Though it's a large university, the experience felt personal, like home. Supportive faculty, clear communication and meaningful Zoom sessions made all the difference.

Tayler Hughes, Bonham, Texas

I chose the UA distance learning program because of its outstanding academic reputation, flexible scheduling and strong support system. UA stood out because it offered the perfect balance of academic rigor and accessibility.

Jaila-Amari Barksdale, Detroit, Mich.

The professors and colleagues were gracious, patient, compassionate and encouraging of my journey to my MSW.

JonEllen Blanco, Birmingham, Ala.

UA Online gave me the flexibility to balance family, work and school while still receiving a top-tier education. The support, community and pride I felt as part of the Crimson Tide truly set UA apart.

Heather Koehler, Moscow, Tenn.

My experience has been incredible! I highly recommend anyone who is interested in going to college to give the online program at UA a try!

Cecilia Ciccarelli, Dothan, Ala.

Tide Pride: Facts, Figures and Brags About UA Online

Student Satisfaction Survey

In the Spring 2025 Priorities Survey for Online Learners conducted with higher education consultant RNL, 1,296 students responded.

When asked how satisfied they were with UA Online:

81%

Satisfied/Very Satisfied

74%

National Average

When asked if they would enroll with UA Online if they had it to do over:

82%

Probably/Definitely Yes

75%

National Average

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U.S. News Rankings: Best in the State

More Top 25 and Top 10 rankings than any other Alabama university — U.S. News & World Report

Highest-ranked in the state!

  • Bachelor’s degree (overall)
  • Bachelor’s degree for veterans
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business
  • Master’s degree in Nursing (overall)
  • Master’s in Nursing for veterans
  • Master’s degree in Nursing Administration/Leadership
  • Master’s in Nursing Education
  • Master’s degree in Business for veterans
  • Master’s degree in Education for veterans

— U.S. News & World Report