Northeast Alabama Community College
About Northeast Alabama Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northeast Alabama Community College teaches in Rainsville, on Sand Mountain in the northeast corner of the state. Nursing and heavy equipment technology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1963
Location
Rainsville, Alabama
Students
1,629
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
56%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,040
Out-of-state: $8,910
Avg Net Price
$2,756
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,913
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
Average
56% complete their degree within three years
Retention
69.5%
Transfer Out
4%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
34.6%
$/Student
$6.5K
Class Size
Medium
56% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
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
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,620
After Financial Aid
$2,756
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$1,451
Receive Grants
34.2%
Take Loans
11.9%
Tuition is $5,040/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $2,756.
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 Northeast Alabama Community College fund their education.
While in School
34.2%
Get Grants
Free money
11.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,763
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,100
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$65/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,100, 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 Northeast Alabama Community College.
Gender
64.2%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,629
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
58.3%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
14.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 58.3% 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
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,629
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
Northeast Alabama Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 52 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Softball
Student Athletes
52
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
33% / 67%
17
Men
35
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 Northeast Alabama Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,913
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
350 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$53K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
—
23 grads
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
—
18 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
16 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$17K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
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.