SOUTHERN UNION STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (SUSCC)
- 750 Roberts St
- Wadley, AL 36276
- OPEID College Code: 00104000
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- General Phone: (256) 395-2211
- Interim President: Amelia Pearson
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Rural
- Student Enrollment: 5,111
- College Alias: SUSCC
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Southern Union State Community College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- ROTC Air Force
- Website
- www.suscc.edu

- Mission Statement
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Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
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- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
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- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 71%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 23% | 40% | 11% | 19% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,211 | $4,408 | $3,139 | $3,436 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 13.7% | 13.8% | 9.8% |
| Number in Default | 92 | 106 | 76 |
| Number in Repayment | 670 | 763 | 769 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $2,520 | $2,490 | $2,484 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,520 | $2,490 | $2,484 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $4,508 | $4,454 | $4,442 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,000 | $4,000 | $3,200 |
| Other Expenses | $3,125 | $3,025 | $3,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
| Other Expenses | $3,125 | $3,025 | $3,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,250 | $3,025 | $5,125 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $10,545 | $10,415 | $9,584 |
| In-State | $10,545 | $10,415 | $9,584 |
| Out of State | $12,533 | $12,379 | $11,542 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $11,945 | $11,815 | $11,784 |
| In-State | $11,945 | $11,815 | $11,784 |
| Out of State | $13,933 | $13,779 | $13,742 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $8,670 | $8,540 | $8,509 |
| In-State | $8,670 | $8,540 | $8,509 |
| Out of State | $10,658 | $10,504 | $10,467 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 5,111 Undergraduate: 5,111
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,258 Female: 2,853
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,258 Female: 2,853
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,299 Part-Time: 1,812
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,299 Part-Time: 1,812
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 20 | 0.4% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 314 | 6% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 63 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,591 | 31% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,335 | 26% |
| Ages 22-24 | 725 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 553 | 11% |
| Ages 30-34 | 243 | 5% |
| Ages 35-39 | 214 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 253 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 126 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 8 | 0.2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 461 | 237 | 224 |
| Faculty Status | 288 | 90 | 198 |
| Tenured Faculty | 75 | 75 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 288 | 90 | 198 |
| Primarily Instruction | 288 | 90 | 198 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 6 | 6 | - |
| Other Professionals | 28 | 26 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 139 | 115 | 24 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 103 | 82 | 21 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 31 | 29 | 2 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,130 (90) | $50,020 (37) | $53,603 (53) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,130 (90) | $50,020 (37) | $53,603 (53) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $478,979 | $203,165 | $275,814 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 42% | 58% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Baseball | 29 | 29 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Softball | 19 | - | 19 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 7 | - | 7 |
| Volleyball | 11 | - | 11 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $72,330 | $31,146 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $29,099 | - |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Softball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 58%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 39%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 15% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 13% |
| Female | 17% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 11% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| White | 16% |
| Unknown | - |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Arson | - | 1 |
| On Campus | ||
| Arson | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009