Alabama Students Can Apply to Colleges for Free This Week

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This week, Alabama high school seniors have a unique opportunity to take the next big step in their education journey.

From October 7-11, during Alabama College Application Week (ACAW), over 50 colleges and universities are waiving their application fees.

This initiative makes it easier for students to apply to multiple schools without the usual costs, giving them the chance to explore more options.

Last year, over 250 Alabama schools participated, with nearly 28,000 students applying to colleges across the country.

If you're a high school senior or know one, now’s the perfect time to take advantage of these waived fees.

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Free Applications at Over 50 Colleges

More than 50 colleges and universities are waiving application fees for Alabama seniors during ACAW 2024.

Here’s the full list of participating schools:

• Alabama A&M University – Alabama
• Alabama Aviation College – Alabama
• Alabama State University – Alabama
• Allen University – South Carolina
• Athens State University – Alabama
• Auburn University – Alabama
• Auburn University at Montgomery – Alabama
• Belmont Abbey College – North Carolina
• Brenau University – Georgia
• Faulkner University – Alabama
• Florida Southern College – Florida
• Fort Valley State University – Georgia
• Georgia Gwinnett College – Georgia
• Georgia Southwestern State University – Georgia
• Huntingdon College – Alabama
• Jacksonville State University – Alabama
• Lincoln Tech – Tennessee
• Lipscomb University – Tennessee
• Maryville College – Tennessee
• Mercer University – Georgia
• Miles College – Alabama
• Mississippi College – Mississippi
• Mississippi University for Women – Mississippi
• Samford University – Alabama
• South Carolina State University – South Carolina
• South University – Alabama
• Spring Hill College – Alabama
• Stillman College – Alabama
• Talladega College – Alabama
• Troy University – Alabama
• Tuskegee University – Alabama
• Union University – Tennessee
• University of Alabama – Alabama
• University of Alabama at Birmingham – Alabama
• University of Alabama in Huntsville – Alabama
• University of Mobile – Alabama
• University of Montevallo – Alabama
• University of New Orleans – Louisiana
• University of North Alabama – Alabama
• University of South Alabama – Alabama
• University of West Alabama – Alabama
• University of West Florida – Florida

Community Colleges in Alabama Also Participating

In addition to universities, many Alabama community colleges are waiving their application fees:

• Alabama Community College System – Alabama
• Bevill State Community College – Alabama
• Bishop State Community College – Alabama
• Calhoun Community College – Alabama
• Central Alabama Community College – Alabama
• Coastal Alabama Community College – Alabama
• Drake State Community & Technical College – Alabama
• Enterprise State Community College – Alabama
• Jefferson State Community College – Alabama
• Lawson State Community College – Alabama
• Lurleen B. Wallace Community College – Alabama
• Northeast Alabama Community College – Alabama
• Northwest Alabama Community College – Alabama
• Reid State Technical College – Alabama
• Snead State Community College – Alabama
• Southern Union State Community College – Alabama
• Trenholm State Community College – Alabama
• Wallace Community College-Dothan – Alabama
• Wallace Community College-Selma – Alabama

Celebrating the Application Process

High schools across Alabama are hosting college application celebrations this week to help seniors submit their applications.

These celebrations are designed to make the process fun and stress-free, with teachers and counselors on hand to guide students through the steps.

It’s a great way for students to focus on their futures while surrounded by support from their schools and communities.

Opportunities for All Students

With so many participating schools, there’s something for everyone.

Whether you're aiming for a large university, a private college, or a community college to start your education closer to home, this week gives you the chance to explore all your options.

Some students might want to pursue technical training or start with a two-year degree at a community college.

Schools like Bishop State Community College and Coastal Alabama Community College offer strong programs that can help students save on tuition while earning credits that transfer to four-year universities later.

Don’t Miss This Opportunity

Application fees can sometimes be a barrier for students, limiting how many schools they apply to.

This week is about breaking down that barrier and giving everyone a fair shot at applying to the schools that best fit their needs and goals.

If you’re a high school senior or know someone who is, now is the time to encourage students to submit their applications this week.

It’s a simple step that could open up many doors for their future, and with application fees waived, there’s no better time to explore what’s out there.

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Sources:

• Many colleges waiving application fees Oct. 7-11
• Free College Application Week 2024: Which schools waive admission fees, how to apply
• UA Announces Free App Week Oct. 7-11
• Many Alabama colleges to waive application fees for 1 week