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Snead State Community College

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Town: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 87
Student to faculty ratio 19 to 1
Students retention rate 71%
On-time graduation rate 46%

Located in Boaz, Alabama, Snead State Community College is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Snead State Community College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Snead State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Snead State Community College is 19-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Alabama is 17-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

While the on-time graduation rate at Snead State Community College is reported to be 46%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Alabama state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 51% whereas the national average was 35%.

The student retention rate of 71% at Snead State Community College suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

In-State Tuition & Fees

$5,344

Cost of attendance at Snead State Community College in 2022 for students from Alabama.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Alabama's average $10,612
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$9,280

Cost of attendance at Snead State Community College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Alabama's average $22,133
National average $8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 65 of freshman students at Snead State Community College received on average $6,209 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$6,209
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 238 53% $5,509 $1,311,104
Other Federal Grant 238 53% $5,655 $1,346,004
State Grant/Scholarships 13 3% $589 $7,655
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 103 23% $4,338 $446,846
Total Grant & Scholarships 290 65% $6,209 $1,800,505

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Snead State Community College students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Snead State Community College students is 46.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 51.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 40.8%.

46.3%

  • asian 60.0% 3 students
  • African American 40.0% 16 students
  • white 45.3% 134 students
  • unknown 33.3% 2 students
  • hispanic 47.7% 41 students
  • International Students 66.7% 2 students

Athletic Associations

  • NJCAA
    National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)

Service Offerings

Snead State Community College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Academic/career counseling services

Educational Offerings

Snead State Community College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization

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