Alabama A&M University is known for its strong academic programs in teacher education. It is a land-grant institution, giving special, individual attention to students, meeting each student''s individual needs by special tutoring for those who may not have high ACT scores or who need help in individual classes, or by a honors program for those who fit that category. Undergraduate courses are offered through the Schools of Agricultural and Environmental Science; Arts and Sciences; Business; Education; and Technology. The school is an historically black university established in 1875. Its 2,001-acre campus is located in northern Alabama.