- Jefferson Davis Community College , one of the public two-year colleges of the Alabama College System, provides accessible quality educational opportunities, promotes economic growth, and enhances the quality of life for the college service area.
School Highlights
Jefferson Davis Community College serves 1,086 students (53% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- In-state tuition: $3,968
- Out-state tuition: $7,358
- Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Jefferson Davis Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Jefferson Davis Community College
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
47 staff
153 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Jefferson Davis Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Jefferson Davis Community College diversity score of 0.57 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,086 students
1,846 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
577 students
758 students
# Part-Time Students
509 students
1,088 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
953 students
343 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
577 students
758 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,147 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
168 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
n/a
25%
% Hispanic
2%
n/a
% Black
24%
6%
% White
61%
5%
% Hawaiian
n/a
57%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
11%
4%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
18%
16%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3913%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,500
$29,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,968 is less than the state average of $4,077. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,358 is more than the state average of $7,206. The out-state tuition has grown by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,968
$4,077
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,358
$7,206
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
SAT Reading
n/a
530
SAT Math
n/a
545
ACT Composite
n/a
23
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
22
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Jefferson Davis Community College is a comprehensive community college with campuses in Brewton and Atmore offering students a unique educational experience. Class sizes are small, allowing faculty to provide personalized instruction and hands-on training. The College is committed to providing access to the latest information technology. The Brewton campus, located at 220 Alco Drive, is naturally beautiful with acres of hardwoods and longleaf pines and a picturesque setting reminiscent of colonial Williamsburg. The campus provides students with traditional classrooms and laboratories, student housing, a gymnasium and playing fields, a performing arts center, and miles of walking trails. On-campus housing affords students the opportunity to experience independent living with all the benefits and security of small-town life. Jefferson Davis Community College offers a variety of instructional programs including academic transfer, technical and vocational programs, developmental education, adult education and GED classes, continuing education for personal enrichment, and training for business and industry. Extracurricular activities include athletic events, plays, musical productions, the Blueberry Festival, guest speakers, and other special programs throughout the year. Several student organizations are available such as the Phi Theta Kappa honor society, the Student Government Association, and various religious associations. Students at JDCC have the added benefit of an extremely active Honors Program, awarding up to 30 scholarships per year. Jefferson Davis Community College offers a comprehensive financial aid package for students who attend. Financial aid comes in the form of federal as well as institutional funds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Jefferson Davis Community College cost?
Jefferson Davis Community College's tuition is approximately $3,968 for In-State students and $7,358 for Out-State students.
What is Jefferson Davis Community College's ranking?
Jefferson Davis Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Alabama for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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