About Tuscaloosa

US map showing the location of Tuscaloosa AL

Tuscaloosa is a city in western Alabama of 100,000 people.

Located along the Black Warrior River
Named Most Livable City in America
Voted Top 50 Best College Towns
Beautiful, safe place to live and study
Excellent location for visiting beaches and U.S. cities

Tuscaloosa Riverwalk next to UA

As an international student, living in Tuscaloosa for more than a year, I have experienced many things in this city. Tuscaloosa is marvelous place located in the south of the United States. The city is small, and it is a perfect place for studying.

From a student article written by Khalid A. from Saudi Arabia, Can C. from China, and Jeehyoung K. from South Korea

See what other ELI students are saying by visiting the ELI Student Testimonials page.

Climate

Tuscaloosa has four seasons during the year.

Spring
Gorgas Library

Summer
Gorgas House

Fall
Denny Chimes

Winter
Lloyd Hall

Average Monthly Temperatures

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Month	High	Low
March	69°F / 20°C	44°F / 6°C
May	83°F / 29°C	60°F / 16°C
August	92°F / 33°C	71°F / 22°C
October	77°F / 26°C	52°F / 11°C
December	58°F / 14°C	36°F / 2°C

ELI About Tuscaloosa

Tuscaloosa Riverwalk next to UA

As an international student, living in Tuscaloosa for more than a year, I have experienced many things in this city. Tuscaloosa is marvelous place located in the south of the United States. The city is small, and it is a perfect place for studying.

From a student article written by Khalid A. from Saudi Arabia, Can C. from China, and Jeehyoung K. from South Korea

Tuscaloosa Amphitheater

Tuscaloosa Government Plaza

Downtown Tuscaloosa

Bryant-Denny Football Stadium