- 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 641 students (42% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 45%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 641 students
- In-state tuition: $4,320
- Out-state tuition: $7,710
- Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
- Minority enrollment: 74%
- 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
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 62% over five years.
Reid State Technical 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
Total Faculty
23 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Reid State Technical College has grown by 129% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Reid State Technical College diversity score of 0.48 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
641 students
1,828 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
271 students
737 students
# Part-Time Students
370 students
1,360 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
641 students
1,828 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
271 students
737 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
370 students
1,593 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Black
67%
27%
% White
26%
55%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
Diversity Score
0.48
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
44%
29%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,500
$29,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,320 is less than the state average of $4,428. The in-state tuition has declined by 41% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,710 is more than the state average of $7,209. The out-state tuition has declined by 40% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,320
$4,428
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,710
$7,209
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
91%
Source: 2025 (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: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Reid State Technical College is Alabama Southern Community College (20.0 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2800 South Alabama Avenue
Monroeville, AL 36460
(251) 575-3156
Monroeville, AL 36460
(251) 575-3156
20.0 miles
Enrollment: 1,398 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 In-state tuition: $4,260 Out-state tuition: $7,650 Minority enrollment: 39%
220 Alco Dr
Brewton, AL 36426
(251) 867-4832
Brewton, AL 36426
(251) 867-4832
23.0 miles
Enrollment: 1,086 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 In-state tuition: $3,968 Out-state tuition: $7,358 Minority enrollment: 39%
P.O. Drawer 1418
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-6591
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-6591
31.5 miles
Enrollment: 1,731 students Acceptance rate: 99% In-state tuition: $144 Out-state tuition: $259
1000 Dannelly Blvd.
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-6591
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-6591
33.0 miles
Enrollment: 2,062 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Acceptance rate: 99% In-state tuition: $4,230 Out-state tuition: $7,620 Minority enrollment: 30%
5330 Berryhill Rd
Milton, FL 32570
(850) 983-5700
Milton, FL 32570
(850) 983-5700
54.0 miles
Enrollment: 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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