Alabama Southern Community College

About
Alabama Southern Community College, located in Monroeville, Alabama, is a public two year institution formed in 1991 through the merger of Patrick Henry Junior College and Hobson State Technical School. As a result the school operates two campuses located in Monroeville and Thomasville, as well as two learning centers in Gilbertown and Jackson. The Thomasville campus houses the Kathryn Tucker Windham Museum which is dedicated to the preservation of the works of the museum's namesake, who was dedicated to capturing folklore and culture of Alabama through literature and other means.

Academics
Individuals wishing to study at Alabama Southern Community College may choose between academic transfer and career development programs. Academic transfer is accomplished through the completion of a program that fulfills the requirements of the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to a four year institution in order to continue one's education and earn a bachelor's degree. Career programs offer students an education and training in a field or industry with the purposes of entering the workforce as a capable professional upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate upon completion.

Programs offered include:

• Nursing
• General Studies
• Liberal Arts
• Cosmetology
• Welding

Admissions and FInancial Aid
Alabama Southern Community College is an open enrollment institution that admits any applicants that provide a completed application and pay all related fees. Students should provide transcripts and test scores if available and may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. Participation in orientation and meeting with a counselor are also encouraged. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships which are awarded based on need a determined by the information provided by students on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $5,200. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

• Tuition estimates per year:
  • State Residents: $3,500-$4,100
  • Out-of-State: $6,900-$8,280
• Charges per unit:
  • State Residents: $120-$140 per credit unit
  • Nonresidents: $230-$280 per credit unit

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	91%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	91%	$5,746

Admissions, Academics, & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Alabama Southern Community College may provide services to students like those listed below:

• Distance learning
• Remedial instructional courses
• Counseling assistance
• Helping students find work after graduation

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
  • Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2007)
  • See a list of all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Alabama

Other Community Colleges Nearby

The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Alabama Southern Community College.

• Lurleen B Wallace Community College in Andalusia, AL (45 miles away)
• George C Wallace State Community College - Selma in Selma, AL (68 miles away)
• Central Alabama Community College in Alexander City, AL (128 miles away)
• Snead State Community College in Boaz, AL (199 miles away)
• Georgia Highlands College in Rome, GA (222 miles away)