Gadsden State Community College
About Gadsden State Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Gadsden State Community College teaches in northeast Alabama and carries a historically Black designation, from the college it absorbed. It keeps dormitories, and nursing and heavy equipment technology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1925
Location
Gadsden, Alabama
Students
3,548
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,272
Out-of-state: $7,368
Avg Net Price
$3,515
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$32,937
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
38.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.5%
Transfer Out
11%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
50%
$/Student
$6.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 38.2% graduation rate is below average, but 62.5% 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
$4,272
In-State
$7,368
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,400
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$10,189
After Financial Aid
$3,515
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,438
Receive Grants
46.3%
Take Loans
0%
The total cost of attendance runs about $10,189/yr, including $5,400 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $3,515.
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 Gadsden State Community College fund their education.
While in School
46.3%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,623
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 Gadsden State Community College.
Gender
64.1%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,548
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
25.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 51.5% 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: Small
Campus Quick Facts
3,548
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Gadsden State Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 142 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
142
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
54% / 46%
76
Men
66
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Gadsden State Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$32,937
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$19K
318 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$61K
78 grads
1yr Earnings
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
$38K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$42K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
$19K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians
$36K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $33K 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.