- Palau Community College is a public community college in the Republic of Palau. It is the only higher education institution in the nation. It is an independent institution accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and offers associate degrees and certificates.
School Highlights
Palau Community College serves 553 students (58% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 44%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 553 students
- In-state tuition: $3,250
- Out-state tuition: $3,610
- Student:teacher ratio: 3:1
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Palau Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 161 teachers has grown by 123% over five years.
Palau Community College
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
161 staff
158 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Palau Community College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Palau Community College diversity score of 0.06 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
553 students
2,683 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
19:1
# Full-Time Students
323 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
230 students
1,814 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
553 students
422 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
323 students
869 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,077 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
30 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
168 students
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
n/a
6%
% Black
n/a
26%
% White
n/a
56%
% Hawaiian
97%
2%
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.06
0.61
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
34%
29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
30%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,200
$29,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,250 is less than the state average of $4,077. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,610 is less than the state average of $7,002. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,250
$4,077
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,610
$7,002
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
88%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Palau Community College cost?
Palau Community College's tuition is approximately $3,250 for In-State students and $3,610 for Out-State students.
Who are famous alumni from Palau Community College?
Palau Community College famous alumni include: .
What is Palau Community College's ranking?
Palau Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Alabama for: Least expensive tuition and Average community college minority breakdown.
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