Athens State University is a member of the Alabama College System and serves more than 2,500 students. It is located in Athens, Ala., and offers more than 30 degree courses and also offers various day, night, weekend and distance learning courses. The university offers degree programs in the college of arts and sciences, business and education. The College of Business is nationally accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs, and the College of Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. It offers various scholarship programs through the Athens State University Foundation and Athens State University Alumni Association.