Category: Press Releases

Montevallo Ranked as U.S. News & World Report Best Value School in Alabama for Fifth Year in a Row The University of Montevallo is proud to announce its continued rise in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings, earning top-tier recognition in several key categories for 2026. Montevallo climbed to No. 6 in Best Value… Continue reading University of Montevallo Climbs in U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges Rankings

First-time freshman arrivals at the University of Montevallo have been consistent the past two years and UM retained nearly 80 percent of students who arrived on campus in 2024 on the first day of classes for the fall 2025 semester starting Aug. 20. After welcoming 592 freshmen on the first day a year ago, which… Continue reading University of Montevallo Welcomes 583 Freshmen on First Day of Fall 2025 Semester

University of Montevallo alumni have a connection with its beautiful campus and incredible experiences that last a lifetime. Richard D. Cummings ’74, Ph.D., S. Daniel Abraham professor of surgery and chief of the division of surgical sciences in the Department of Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School in Boston, fondly… Continue reading University Launches New Montevallo Means More Campaign

The University of Montevallo’s College of Education and Human Development has received an A+ rating from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for its excellence in preparing future elementary educators to teach mathematics effectively. This distinction places Montevallo among the top-performing institutions in Alabama and across the nation. This rating is part of NCTQ’s… Continue reading Montevallo Earns A+ for Math Instruction in NCTQ Teacher Prep Program Grades

Dr. Terry Roberson, former provost and vice president for academic affairs and professor of education emeritus, will serve as interim president of the University of Montevallo after being approved by the UM Board of Trustees during a specially called meeting June 26. Roberson replaces Dr. John W. Stewart III, who announced his intention to step… Continue reading Dr. Terry Roberson Named Interim President at the University of Montevallo

The University of Montevallo has been recognized as a 2025-2026 College of Distinction, marking its 14th consecutive year receiving this prestigious honor. This designation is awarded to institutions whose commitment to engaged, experiential education sets them apart. “Pursuant to our mission, the University of Montevallo provides students a premier experience where strong emphasis is placed… Continue reading University of Montevallo Named College of Distinction for 14th Consecutive Year

The University of Montevallo is thrilled to offer interested high school and transfer students a chance to explore life on the bricks by attending Summer Preview Day on Friday, July 18, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Choosing Montevallo means getting more out of your college experience — more support, more community and more opportunities. Come… Continue reading University of Montevallo Hosting Summer Preview Day July 18

The University of Montevallo added to its historic record by capturing a fifth consecutive Bass Pro Shops School of the Year presented by Abu Garcia title following the season-ending 2025 Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Championship event May 22-23 at Lake Hartwell in South Carolina. The Falcons overwhelmed the field after seniors Dalton Head… Continue reading Montevallo Fishing Extends Historic Streak with Fifth School of the Year Title

The University of Montevallo is proud to honor 525 students named to the President’s List for the 2025 spring semester. To make the President’s List, a student must earn at least a 3.8 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and be a full-time student at the University. 2025 Spring President’s List The following students… Continue reading UM Honors 525 Students on 2025 Spring Semester President’s List

The University of Montevallo is proud to recognize 355 students named to the Dean’s List for the 2025 spring semester. To make the Dean’s List, a student must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and be a full-time student at the University. Spring 2025 Dean’s List The following students… Continue reading UM Recognizes 355 Students on 2025 Spring Semester Dean’s List