- The mission and purpose of Reid State Technical College is to provide post secondary occupational education on a nondiscriminatory basis for individuals who desire to prepare for entry-level employment, advancement, or retraining in a career field. The training should meet the needs and standards of business, industry, and the professions, and also afford reasonable expectation of gainful employment.
School Highlights
Reid State Technical College serves 637 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 44%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 637 students
- In-state tuition: $4,320
- Out-state tuition: $7,710
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 72%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Reid State Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Reid State Technical College
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
61 staff
158 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Reid State Technical College has grown by 30% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has increased from 5:1 over five years.
The Reid State Technical College diversity score of 0.53 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
637 students
2,683 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
19:1
# Full-Time Students
248 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
389 students
1,814 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
637 students
422 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
248 students
869 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
389 students
2,077 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
30 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
168 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
n/a
6%
% Black
62%
26%
% White
28%
56%
% Hawaiian
5%
2%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.61
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
44%
29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
30%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,500
$29,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,320 is more than the state average of $4,077. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,710 is more than the state average of $7,002. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,320
$4,077
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,710
$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
- Edith A. Gray Library and Technology Center includes new computers for students, new cutting edge classrooms, and a state of the art lecture hall. Instructors and staff are some of the finest professionals in the state. With hands-on instruction and small student-to-teacher ratio, technical education is quickly becoming the preferred path to a high demand career. All students entering Reid State Technical College are required to take the COMPASS placement test prior to registration if enrolling in more than 4 credit hours or 8 weekly contact hours. The assessment test is used to determine a student's knowledge in math, reading, and language. Students scoring below specified levels in each test will be required to enroll in developmental courses before enrolling in college-level math or English classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Reid State Technical College cost?
Reid State Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,320 for In-State students and $7,710 for Out-State students.
What is Reid State Technical College's ranking?
Reid State Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Alabama for: Highest completion rates.
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