Northeast Alabama Community College

138 Highway 35
Rainsville, AL 35986
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • 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 3,208 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is same as the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 44%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 3,208 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,260
  • Out-state tuition: $7,650
  • Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
  • Minority enrollment: 27%
  • 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
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 48% over five years.
Northeast Alabama 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
Year Founded
1965
Total Faculty
105 staff
74 staff

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Student Body

The student population of Northeast Alabama Community College has grown by 7% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Northeast Alabama Community College diversity score of 0.43 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 30% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,208 students
2,287 students

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Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
923 students
806 students

Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Part-Time Students
2,285 students
1,481 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate
3,208 students
1,985 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
923 students
806 students

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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,285 students
1,792 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a

Showing 2011–2024. View full 18-year historical data

% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
17%
7%

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% Black
2%
27%

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% White
73%
56%

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% Two or more races
7%
4%
Diversity Score
0.43
0.60

Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
45%
29%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$40,554
$38,083

Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $4,260 is more than the state average of $4,026. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,650 is more than the state average of $7,102. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,260
$4,026
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,650
$7,102

Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
91%

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Median Debt for Graduates
$6,500
$10,750

Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data

Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,950
$5,500

Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data

Source: 2025 (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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northeast Alabama Community College cost?
Northeast Alabama Community College's tuition is approximately $4,260 for In-State students and $7,650 for Out-State students.
What is Northeast Alabama Community College's ranking?
Northeast Alabama Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Alabama for: Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 3,208 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,260
  • Out-state tuition: $7,650
  • Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
  • Minority enrollment: 27%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Alabama public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,026 per year for in-state students and $7,102 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,954 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Alabama community colleges have a diversity score of 0.60, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Alabama is Chattahoochee Valley Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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