Snead State Community College
School Highlights
Snead State Community College serves 2,237 students (51% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 42%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 2,237 students
- In-state tuition: $4,260
- Out-state tuition: $7,590
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 35%
- 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
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 153 teachers has grown by 125% over five years.
Snead State Community College
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & 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
153 staff
153 staff
Student Body
The student population of Snead State Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 30:1 over five years.
The Snead State Community College diversity score of 0.54 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,237 students
1,944 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
1,143 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
1,094 students
1,075 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
202 students
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,143 students
869 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,094 students
1,128 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
89 students
168 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
15%
5%
% Black
7%
26%
% White
65%
58%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
7%
5%
Diversity Score
0.54
0.59
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
3.79%
3.24%
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
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,260 is less than the state average of $4,476. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,590 is more than the state average of $7,389. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,260
$4,476
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,590
$7,389
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,308
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
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: 2020 (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: Least debt for graduating students.
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