The Culverhouse College of Business traces its roots to 1919, when the University of Alabama established its School of Commerce and Business Administration; it was later renamed in honor of alumnus and benefactor Hugh Culverhouse Sr. Today it is one of the largest public business schools in the Southeast, with strong reputations in accounting, finance, information systems, and management. The college holds AACSB accreditation for both business and accounting programs and is widely recognized for placing graduates in competitive roles across Big Four firms, banking, consulting, and technology.
Students at Culverhouse experience the full energy of a major SEC university, including big-time athletics, an active Greek system, and a vibrant campus in Tuscaloosa. The college offers dedicated career services, the Culverhouse Honors Program, a Business Honors option, and extensive experiential learning through student organizations, case competitions, and study abroad. Its Culverhouse Career Center and strong alumni network help produce high job-placement rates, while the Mizzou-style tight-knit cohorts in specialized programs balance the scale of a large university.
| Type | Public Research |
| Location | Tuscaloosa, Alabama |
| Founded | 1919 |
| Total students | 6,500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 27:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 79% |
| Graduation rate | 74% |
| Average starting salary | $60,000 |
| In-state tuition | $12,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $33,000 |
| Room & board | $13,000 |
| Average financial aid | $14,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
| SAT range | 1120-1330 |
| ACT range | 23-31 |
| Average GPA | 3.75 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
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