Faulkner University

The university was founded in 1942 by Rex Turner, Leonard Johnson and Joe Greer as "Montgomery Bible School". In 1953 the school's name was changed to "Alabama Christian College" (ACC). In 1965, the college was moved to its present location on Atlanta Highway. The year 1975 marked the beginning of the school's satellite campuses in Mobile , Huntsville and Birmingham . In 1985, the school was renamed "Faulkner University" in honor of James H. Faulkner , a longtime supporter and chairman of the board. Quick facts Academic rankings, Regional ... Academic rankings Regional U.S. News & World Report [ 4 ] 120 (tie) Close

Faulkner University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, a doctorate in humanities, a doctorate in biblical studies, and Juris Doctor degrees. [ 5 ]

In 2024, U.S. News & World Report ranked Faulkner University tied for No.120 out of 135 Regional Universities South and tied for No.121 in Regional Universities South Top Performers on Social Mobility. [ 6 ]

In 2023, the university accepted 82.4% of applicants, with those admitted having an average 3.36 GPA . Faulkner does not require submission of standardized test scores. Those submitting test scores had an average 950-1130 SAT score (6% submitting scores) or average 17-24 ACT score (47% submitting scores). [ 7 ]