Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between Comparison between Northwest-Shoals Community College and similar schools. Of the schools, 1 school was closed or not active. For the comparison, the schools are remained in the table. By school type, all 6 Comparison between Northwest-Shoals Community College and similar schools are public. By school level, all 6 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Alabama Community College | Alexander City, AL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Jefferson Davis Community College | Brewton, AL | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||
| Northwest-Shoals Community College | Muscle Shoals, AL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Northeast Alabama Community College | Rainsville, AL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Bevill State Community College | Jasper, AL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Southern Union State Community College | Wadley, AL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of Comparison between Northwest-Shoals Community College and similar schools is $4,088 for State residents and $7,598 for out-of-state students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Alabama Community College | $5,040 / $8,850 | - | 21% | 16:1 | 1,777 |
| Jefferson Davis Community College | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
| Northwest-Shoals Community College | $5,071 / $8,881 | - | 26% | 16:1 | 4,032 |
| Northeast Alabama Community College | $4,980 / $8,790 | - | 44% | 17:1 | 2,590 |
| Bevill State Community College | $4,678 / $8,234 | - | 36% | 13:1 | 3,703 |
| Southern Union State Community College | $4,980 / $8,790 | - | 24% | 19:1 | 4,386 |
| Average | $4,088 / $7,598 | - | 0.00% | 16.00:1 | 746 |