Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 5 selected colleges are public. By school level, all 5 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gadsden State Community College | Gadsden, AL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College | Huntsville, 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 |
| Shelton State Community College | Tuscaloosa, 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 selected colleges is - for all undergraduate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gadsden State Community College | $4,032 / $7,080 | - | 25% | 17:1 | 4,352 |
| J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College | $5,130 / $8,940 | - | 12% | 12:1 | 976 |
| Northeast Alabama Community College | $4,980 / $8,790 | - | 44% | 17:1 | 2,590 |
| Shelton State Community College | $5,067 / $8,877 | - | 22% | 17:1 | 4,166 |
| Southern Union State Community College | $4,980 / $8,790 | - | 24% | 19:1 | 4,386 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |