The Troy State University System now serves approximately 18,000 students on campuses located in Alabama and across the globe. Building on its Normal School origins, Troy State University followed a steady course of growth as it developed to meet the changing needs of its students and the communities and region it served. The institution became Troy State Teachers College in 1929 and Troy State College in 1957 before being named Troy State University in 1967. Today, TSU prepares students in a variety of fields in the arts and sciences, fine arts, business, communication, applied science, nursing and allied health sciences. And the University has maintained its legacy as a trainer of teachers - its education graduates lead classrooms across Alabama and the Southeast.
Small classes are the rule and faculty members know their students by name.
Students enjoy the benefits of an attractive, well-equipped small college campus with many extras found only at larger universities. The new Hawkins Adams Long Hall of Honor, which serves as a special meeting facility and houses the National Band Association Hall of Fame of Distinguished Band Conductors. Enhanced athletic facilities, including an expanded Memorial Stadium containing Richard M. Scrushy Field, an expanded Trojan Arena and renovated Tine Davis Fieldhouse. The renovation of Pace Hall into the Rotary International Living and Learning Center, a residence hall where international and U.S. students live together. The development of five new sorority houses and a continuing education center.