Bishop State Community College
About Bishop State Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Bishop State Community College in Mobile is a historically Black college and the oldest of its kind on the Alabama coast. Nursing is among its largest programs, and better than a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1927
Location
Mobile, Alabama
Students
2,437
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,340
Out-of-state: $9,210
Avg Net Price
$5,397
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$29,916
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
36% complete their degree within three years
Retention
55%
Transfer Out
27%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
33.6%
$/Student
$8.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 36% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,340
In-State
$9,210
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,085
After Financial Aid
$5,397
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,157
Receive Grants
39.4%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $5,340/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,397.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Bishop State Community College fund their education.
While in School
39.4%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,536
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Bishop State Community College.
Gender
67%
Female
33%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,437
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.5%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
23.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 67% of the student body. 48.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
2,437
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Bishop State Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 95 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
95
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
48% / 52%
46
Men
49
Women
2
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Bishop State Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$29,916
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
138 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
66 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$34K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$31K
17 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
11 grads
Culinary Arts and Related Services
—
9 grads
Median earnings are $30K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.