Shelton State Community College

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Tuscaloosa, AL
(205) 391-2211
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✓ GI Bill approved · 230 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for Shelton State Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$5,067

Total Enrollment

4,601

Graduation Rate

29.6%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

1,075

Last reported year

How Shelton State Community College Compares

Mid-sized trade colleges typically enroll 1,000 to 5,000 students, and Shelton State Community College's 4,601 fits that pattern. Graduation at 30% and a $14,539 average net price tell a typical-trade-college story; outliers in either direction are worth noting when you see them.

Where is Shelton State Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Shelton State Community College

167 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 24.0101
121 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 51.3901
83 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 52.0401
68 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 51.3801
43 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 47.0105

Verified Program Outcomes

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

In the Associate Degree Nursing program at Shelton State Community College, 27% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 76% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $14,198 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Associate Degree Nursing76%27%29%$14,198
Commercial Truck Driving97%13%28%$8,616
Practical Nursing80%
Medication Aide Program92%6%$6,616
Clinical Medical Assistant with Clinical Externship82%54%59%$5,184

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

Explore Shelton State Community College

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Enrollment

Shelton State Community College enrolls 4,601 students. The student body is 60.1% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 58% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Shelton State Community College maintains a 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a developing 58% 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

Shelton State Community College employs 104 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 5.8% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Shelton State Community College offers programs in 11 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, and Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General. In 2024, the college awarded 1,075 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Shelton State Community College is $5,067 for in-state students and $8,877 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $14,539. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Shelton State Community College achieves a 22.5% 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 24% 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
9500 Old Greensboro Rd
Tuscaloosa, AL, 35405-8522
Administrator
Dr. Jonathan Koh
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $5,067
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,877
Average Net Price $14,539

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00569100
EIN: 636002149
IPEDS ID: 102067
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