Coastal Alabama Community College
About Coastal Alabama Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Coastal Alabama Community College teaches across the southwest of the state from Bay Minette and several other campuses, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and industrial production technology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
Bay Minette, Alabama
Students
4,798
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,040
Out-of-state: $8,910
Avg Net Price
$13,644
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,894
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
31.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.1%
Transfer Out
24%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
41.5%
$/Student
$7.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 31.3% graduation rate is below average, but 62.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,040
In-State
$8,910
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,850
Books & Supplies
$2,750
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,605
After Financial Aid
$13,644
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,916
Receive Grants
35.7%
Take Loans
64.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $20,605/yr, including $10,850 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $13,644.
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 Coastal Alabama Community College fund their education.
While in School
35.7%
Get Grants
Free money
64.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,150
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Coastal Alabama Community College.
Gender
65.4%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,798
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
19%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 43.5% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
4,798
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Coastal Alabama Community College fields 7 varsity teams with 258 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
258
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
144
Men
114
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Coastal Alabama Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,894
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
457 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
190 grads
1yr Earnings
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
$56K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
36 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
29 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
20 grads
Median earnings are $35K 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.