- H. Councill Trenholm State Community College is a public, historically black community college in Montgomery, Alabama. The college was founded as a merger between John M. Patterson Technical College and H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College in Montgomery.
School Highlights
H Councill Trenholm State Community College serves 2,046 students (43% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 45%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 2,046 students
- In-state tuition: $3,336
- Out-state tuition: $6,048
- Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
- Minority enrollment: 84%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
H Councill Trenholm State Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 53% over five years.
H Councill Trenholm State Community College
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
77 staff
72 staff
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of H Councill Trenholm State Community College has grown by 34% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The H Councill Trenholm State Community College diversity score of 0.42 is less than the state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has declined by 22% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,046 students
2,097 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
886 students
737 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
1,160 students
1,360 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,046 students
1,828 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
886 students
737 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,160 students
1,593 students
% Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
5%
7%
% Black
74%
27%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
16%
55%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.42
0.62
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,400
$29,600
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,336 is less than the state average of $4,029. The in-state tuition has declined by 30% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,048 is less than the state average of $6,906. The out-state tuition has declined by 28% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,336
$4,029
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,048
$6,906
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
91%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. Tracie M. Carter - Nursing Dean -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does H Councill Trenholm State Community College cost?
H Councill Trenholm State Community College's tuition is approximately $3,336 for In-State students and $6,048 for Out-State students.
What schools are H Councill Trenholm State Community College often compared to?
H Councill Trenholm State Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like H councill trenholm state technical college-Patter by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from H Councill Trenholm State Community College?
H Councill Trenholm State Community College famous alumni include: Dr. Tracie M. Carter - Nursing Dean.
What is H Councill Trenholm State Community College's ranking?
H Councill Trenholm State Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Alabama for: Least expensive tuition.
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