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Public Research University in Athens, AL. Operating on a semester system.
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3K+
Total Enrollment
Research University
Institution Type
1
Housing Buildings
Life in Athens for Athens State University Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Athens.
Timezone
Central Time (CT)
Median Rent
$1,100
Cost of Living Index
88
Student Population
3,500
City Transportation
Walkability
32
Bikeability
38
Public Transit
Athens On Demand Transit
Nearest Airports
Huntsville International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid subtropical
Avg Annual Temp
62.5°F
Avg Snowfall
2.1 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Parking and Transit
Parking option 1
Campus News
Latest updates from Athens State University
No Active Emergency Alerts or Weather Advisories
As of October 17, 2025, there are no active emergency alerts, safety notices, or weather advisories reported for Athens State University. All campus operations appear normal. In the event of an emergency, notifications will be sent via the Athens State Emergency Notification System. Students and staff are advised to monitor official university communications for any updates.
Safety Notice
There are currently no active emergency alerts or weather advisories.
Athens State Receives NASAD Accreditation
Athens State University has been granted full institutional membership and accreditation by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) for its undergraduate and graduate art programs.
Oct 17, 2025
Maw Performing for the 2025 Fiddle Championship
Athens State University announced that Maw will perform at the 2025 Fiddle Championship, part of the annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.
Oct 4, 2025
Upcoming Events
What's happening at Athens State University
Athens Storytelling Festival: Opening Night
October 23, 2025 at 18:00
Tent by Brown Hall, Athens State University
Kickoff for the Athens Storytelling Festival featuring all five festival tellers and student teller winners. Enjoy a night of live storytelling performances.
Athens Storytelling Festival: Closing Session
October 25, 2025 at 19:30
Tent by Brown Hall, Athens State University
Closing performances and wrap-up of the Athens Storytelling Festival.
Athens Storytelling Festival: Full Day
October 24, 2025 at 08:00
Tent by Brown Hall, Athens State University
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Athens State University
No freshmen housing requirement; Athens State University primarily serves transfer and adult students and does not offer traditional freshman on-campus housing.
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Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA) Residence Hall
Capacity: 68
Room types: studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Public
Email Domain
@athens.edu
Current Term: Spring 2026
Start: January 12, 2026
End: May 1, 2026
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