Talladega College

Talladega College, located in Talladega, Alabama, is a place where tradition and excellence come together. The college’s commitment to academic achievement and personal growth is reflected in its diverse programs and vibrant campus life. Talladega is dedicated to helping students become leaders who make a difference.

At Talladega, you’ll find a supportive community and a faculty dedicated to your success. Whether you’re interested in the sciences, business, or the arts, Talladega College provides the resources and encouragement you need to thrive. It’s a college where your journey of tradition and achievement begins.

Founded in 1867, Talladega College is Alabama’s oldest private HBCU and a student-centered liberal-arts institution grounded in the United Church of Christ tradition. The campus anchors a historic district and is home to the celebrated Amistad Murals in Savery Library—signature artworks that tie the College to the American Missionary Association and Talladega’s origin story.

Today Talladega couples small-college attention with practical support: Career Pathways Services, a Student Success Center, Counseling & Wellness plus a Student Health Center, and Housing & Residence Life. Spirit runs through the Great Tornado Band and NAIA athletics competing in the HBCU Athletic Conference (HBCUAC) as the Tornadoes.

Highlights / Services:

• Career Pathways Services (career planning, internships; Swayne Hall #201).

• Student Success Center (tutoring, persistence support).

• Counseling & Wellness (individual/group counseling; crisis intervention).

• Student Health Center (primary & preventive care).

• Housing & Residence Life (on-campus options; policies/portal).

• Amistad Murals (Hale Woodruff; Savery Library special collection).

• Athletics: NAIA • HBCUAC (conference site & Talladega Athletics). \