Lawson State Community College

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Birmingham, AL
(205) 925-2515
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What Are the Key Stats for Lawson State Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$5,040

Total Enrollment

3,453

Graduation Rate

26.6%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

675

Last reported year

How Lawson State Community College Compares

Lawson State Community College's 3,453-student body is mid-range for trade and vocational schools. A 27% graduation rate and $6,578 net price provide useful comparison points when stacking Lawson State Community College against similarly-sized competitors.

Where is Lawson State Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Lawson State Community College

ASSOCIATE
92 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 24.0102
48 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3801
44 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 24.0101
32 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 15.0803
31 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 15.0803

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Lawson State Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("โ€”") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric โ€” they never mean zero.

In the Registered Nursing Degree program at Lawson State Community College, 38% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 61% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,340 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Registered Nursing Degree61%38%39%$11,340
Medication Aide99%14%โ€”$8,241
Automotive Service Specialties: Mercedes -Benz87%โ€”โ€”โ€”
Licensed Practical Nursing66%23%26%$6,602
Medication Aide Fast Track Program100%4%โ€”$8,998

All 37 verified program outcomes for Lawson State Community College โ†’

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Lawson State Community College

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Enrollment

Lawson State Community College enrolls 3,453 students. The student body is 65.7% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 59% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Lawson State Community College maintains a 19:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a developing 59% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Lawson State Community College employs 74 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 19:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 1.4% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Lawson State Community College offers programs in 14 different fields of study. The most popular programs include General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. In 2025, the college awarded 675 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Lawson State Community College is $5,040 for in-state students and $8,910 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $6,578. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Lawson State Community College achieves a 23.9% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 29% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes
HBCU

Contact Information

Address
3060 Wilson Rd SW
Birmingham, AL, 35221-1717
Administrator
Dr. Cynthia Anthony
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $5,040
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,910
Average Net Price $6,578

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00105900
EIN: 630641064
IPEDS ID: 101569
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