Snead State Community College
About Snead State Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Snead State Community College has taught in Boaz, on Sand Mountain in north Alabama, since 1898, and keeps dormitories. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1898
Location
Boaz, Alabama
Students
1,427
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
49%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,278
Out-of-state: $9,664
Avg Net Price
$3,249
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,735
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
49% complete their degree within three years
Retention
68%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.9%
$/Student
$4.6K
Class Size
Large
49% 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
$5,278
In-State
$9,664
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$4,700
Books & Supplies
$720
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,220
After Financial Aid
$3,249
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,256
Receive Grants
30.9%
Take Loans
10.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $11,220/yr, including $4,700 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $3,249.
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 Snead State Community College fund their education.
While in School
30.9%
Get Grants
Free money
10.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,735
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$95/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,000, 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 Snead State Community College.
Gender
61.5%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,427
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
53.3%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
13.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 53.3% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,427
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Snead State Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 130 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
130
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
48% / 52%
62
Men
68
Women
3
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Snead State Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,735
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
252 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$59K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
17 grads
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
—
11 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
9 grads
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
—
8 grads
Median earnings are $36K 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.