Northeast Alabama Community College
- The mission of Northeast Alabama Community College is to provide accessible quality educational opportunities, promote economic growth, and enhance the quality of life for the people of Alabama. At Northeast, programs and services are offered in response to the needs of the students, community, business, industry, and government.
School Highlights
Northeast Alabama Community College serves 2,981 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 42%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 2,981 students
- In-state tuition: $4,260
- Out-state tuition: $7,650
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 19%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Northeast Alabama Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 202 teachers has grown by 77% over five years.
Northeast Alabama Community College
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
202 staff
153 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Northeast Alabama Community College has grown by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 30:1 over five years.
The Northeast Alabama Community College diversity score of 0.33 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,981 students
1,944 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
1,176 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
1,805 students
1,075 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
168 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
1%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
11%
5%
% Black
2%
26%
% White
81%
58%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%
Diversity Score
0.33
0.59
College Completion Rate
45%
27%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,800
$29,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,260 is more than the state average of $4,077. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,650 is more than the state average of $7,206. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,260
$4,077
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,650
$7,206
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$4,815
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
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: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- NACC is one of the leading community colleges in the South. We offer a comprehensive educational program, which includes outstanding technical/career and academic transfer programs, all provided at a very affordable price. Our graduates and students consistently score high on nationally standardized tests and licensing examinations. Graduates of our technical/career programs have been ranked first within the Alabama College System in job retention, and our students have placed first within the system on the BASIC SKILLS test given to prospective teachers. NACC personnel take special pride in the achievements of our students. NACC also offers students activities for personal enjoyment and enrichment, such as participation in our regionally acclaimed theatre productions, hosted in the state-of-the-art Tom Bevill Lyceum. Additionally, NACC has outstanding programs in music and art. Students may participate in the numerous service and honorary organizations on campus, or compete for the U.S.A. All-American Academic team. The college encourages the highest academic standards by awarding the Charles M. Pendley President's Cup and the James B. Allen Award. Northeast Alabama Community College is accredited by the Commission of Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Associate Degree. The Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. The EMS Program is accredited by the Alabama Department of Public Health. The Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Education. Northeast is a member of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the American Association of Community Colleges, and the Alabama College Association.
Profile last updated: 03/01/2022
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