Judson College


302 Bibb Street
Marion, AL 36756


Founded by Baptists in Marion, AL in 1838, Judson College is one of the nation's oldest women's colleges. Located in rural Alabama, students feel even closer to God as they study against the beautiful backdrop of natural life that surrounds their campus.

At Judson College, students can choose from dozens of majors, minors, and pre-professional programs. Study areas include art, biology, criminal justice, religious studies, and social work. Judson College also offers a wide range of minors in fields such as church music, equine science, and military science (through the ROTC). There are also more than 10 pre-professional programs, including dentistry, law, medicine, nursing, and seminary. Students who can't narrow down their interests won't have to: the interdisciplinary major at Judson College allows students to create their own majors.

The Judson College distance learning Program offers both men and women the opportunity to work remotely for the entire length of their degree program. Students can earn a B.A. or a B.S. in a variety of disciplines, such as business, English, and education. A Bachelor of Ministry degree is also offered at Judson College.

Judson College is a supportive, Christian institution whose mission is to empower women through education. Women who attend Judson College have the opportunity to earn a high-quality education in an environment that is thoroughly dedicated to helping women achieve their goals and become tomorrow's leaders.

Quick Facts:
  • Founded in 1838, Judson College is the fifth oldest women's college in the United States.

  • Judson College community of approximately 300 women represents more than 15 states and several countries.

  • The student-to-faculty ratio at Judson College is 11 to 1.

  • At Judson College, 78% of faculty has earned a doctoral or terminal degree.

  • U.S. News and World Report recognized Judson College as a college with one of the highest percentages of classes under 20 students.

  • Judson College often teams up with Marion Military Institute, a co-ed school just a short walk from campus.

  • Known for its equine studies program, students can rent or even board their own horses at Judson College.

  • This school profile has been compiled and updated by The CollegeBound Network. The school is not affiliated with The CollegeBound Network and shall not be considered a sponsor of this program.
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