Faulkner University is a private, church-affiliated, liberal arts-based institution in the tradition of American higher education. In this tradition, Faulkner seeks to educate the whole person in preparation for success in a pluralistic democratic society. Faulkner follows the Christian liberal arts tradition of open inquiry, investigation, and engagement to promote knowledge, professionalism, critical thinking, leadership, lifelong learning, and service to others. Faulkner University campuses primarily serve four metropolitan communities within Alabama, Montgomery, Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile.