Heritage Christian University

The Heritage Christian University campus is located on 67 acres in Florence, Alabama. Florence is one of four cities in the Shoals area, which boasts a total population of about 137,000. Located one hour west of Huntsville, Alabama, the Shoals is centrally located between Nashville, Tennessee, and Birmingham, Alabama.

The Heritage Christian University campus is located on 67 acres in Florence, Alabama. Florence is one of four cities in the Shoals area, which boasts a total population of about 137,000. Located one hour west of Huntsville, Alabama, the Shoals is centrally located between Nashville, Tennessee, and Birmingham, Alabama.

Situated on the banks of the Tennessee River, the Shoals community hosts numerous festivals and events throughout the year. Favorite events include: the W.C. Handy Music Festival, held annually in honor of the Florence native musician;  the NCAA Division II Championship Football Game; the Helen Keller Festival; and the Alabama Renaissance Faire, held each October. Others include the Festival of the Singing River,  Arts Alive, Heritage Days, the Freedom of America Celebration, the Trail of Tears Celebration, and many more.

The Heritage Christian University housing facility is designed in apartment units that contain four bedrooms each for use as an all male or female dormitory or as a single family residence. The facility is composed of eight apartments, with capacity to house 32 students.

Each apartment has two lavatories, a utility area with washer and dryer, a full sized kitchen with appliances, a dining area, and a living room. The layout is designed with both comfort and serious academic pursuits in mind… everything you need for study, family activities, and everyday living during your time at HCU.