Snead State Community College

102 Elder Street
Boaz, AL 35957
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings

School Highlights

Snead State Community College serves 2,006 students (49% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 38%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,006 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,260
  • Out-state tuition: $7,590
  • Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Snead State Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 153 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Snead State Community College
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates 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
153 staff
153 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Snead State Community College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Snead State Community College diversity score of 0.51 is less than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has declined by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,006 students
1,674 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
978 students
755 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,028 students
919 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
199 students
343 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
978 students
755 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
7 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,028 students
1,028 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
24 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
87 students
168 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
1%
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% Asian
1%
1%
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% Hispanic
15%
4%
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% Black
6%
24%
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% White
68%
62%
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% Two or more races
n/a
2%
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% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
6%
5%
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Diversity Score
0.51
0.55
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
50%
26%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.17%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,600
$29,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,260 is less than the state average of $4,439. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,590 is more than the state average of $6,998. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,260
$4,439
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,590
$6,998
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
93%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$8,308
$10,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
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: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Snead State Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Associate Degree. Snead State Community College has an open-door admission policy to assure optimal higher educational opportunities for its citizenry. ACT/SAT is not required for admission. The College admits eligible applicants at the beginning of the fall semester, spring semester, and summer term. Snead State Community College recognizes some types of non-traditional experiences and credit by examination: Advanced Placement (AP); College Level Examination Program (CLEP); Subject Proficiency Examinations; Credit for Specialized Military Service (SMT); United States armed Forces Institute (USAF); and Defense Activity for Non-traditional Education Support (DANTES). Snead State 's Workforce Development Division offers non-credit training opportunities designed at enabling persons to obtain the skills need ed for success in work, life and play. Personal enrichment classes and professional development opportunities are available through Continuing Education (CE) courses while company & industry specific training are facilitated through Training for Existing Business & Industry (TEBI) classes. Short-term training programs aimed at equipping students with those skills needed in today's workforce are addressed in Adult Education & Skill Training (AEST) courses.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Snead State Community College cost?
Snead State Community College's tuition is approximately $4,260 for In-State students and $7,590 for Out-State students.
What is Snead State Community College's ranking?
Snead State 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 Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,006 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,260
  • Out-state tuition: $7,590
  • Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Alabama public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,439 per year for in-state students and $6,998 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,905 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Alabama community colleges have a diversity score of 0.55, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Alabama is J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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