The University of Montevallo has been named the No.1 college for English in Alabama.

According to Niche, the college rankings and student reviews platform, Montevallo earned the top spot based on rigorous analysis of academic, admissions, financial and student life data from the U.S. Department of Education along with millions of reviews from students and alumni.

“We are pleased to see that this award recognizes the long tradition of excellence for the English program at UM, known for its dedicated faculty and personal attention to students.”

Dr. Ruth Truss, dean of the Richard and Sandra Cummings College of Arts and Sciences

How did Niche rank the top 10?

Following Montevallo in the rankings are:

#2 — University of Alabama-Birmingham

#3 — Auburn University

#4 — The University of Alabama

#5 — Samford University

#6 — University of South Alabama

#7 — Spring Hill College

#8 — University of Alabama – Huntsville

#9 — University of Mobile

#10 — University of North Alabama

Montevallo has earned the No. 1 spot in English from Niche multiple times over the years. To learn more about the university’s program, visit montevallo.edu/english.

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