Growth In Local Higher Education Detailed

The Business View reported on high enrollment at local post-secondary institutions, following a previous report on Bishop State Community College. Spring Hill College has experienced a combined 18% increase in new students over the last two years and received national recognition for various degree programs, including top rankings by U.S. News & World Report. TheUniversity of Mobile set a record with a total enrollment of 1,916 students for its fall 2023 semester, marking a 3.5% increase from the previous year. Finally, the University of South Alabama has witnessed substantial growth, with total enrollment surpassing 13,768 students in 2023. This includes a 19% increase in first-year student enrollment, making its class of 2027 one of the largest in university history. The university has also seen growth in various areas, such as on-campus living, academic achievements and enrollment in specific colleges.