
Coastal Alabama Community College, formerly known as Jefferson Davis Community College, offers an outstanding education and has campuses in Brewton and Atmore, Alabama. Class sizes are small, allowing faculty to provide personalized instruction and hands-on training. The college teaches you the technical skills needed to thrive in today’s job market.
The college is part of the Alabama College System and offers outstanding opportunities through traditional instruction and distance learning. In state tuition is $109 per credit. Out-of-state tuition is $218 per credit.
Technical education is available to prepare individuals for a career in the 21st century. Programs are offered in Accounting Technology, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Automotive Body Repair, Chemical Technician, Drafting and Design Technology, Masonry, and Welding Technology.
The college also has an outstanding nursing program for aspiring nurses. An Associate degree is also offered in office administration.
Jefferson Davis Community College makes education assessable to everyone. Even if you have a full-time job, you can take online classes and weekend classes to get your degree and increase your earnings. No longer is there an excuse for not getting your degree. Jefferson Davis Community College can also work with you on receiving financial aid to pay for the classes.
The college offers outstanding services. Services are available for individuals with disabilities. Child care is offered for single parents. Jefferson Davis Community College tries to alleviate any obstacles that are in the way of obtaining a first class education.
Jefferson Davis Community College is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $4,000. 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 | 96% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 63% | $5,554 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Jefferson Davis Community College may provide services like:
- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges often times offer both career training courses and curriculum to help students transfer out to a 4-year college or university, that is why we include how Jefferson Davis Community College compares for both graduation and transfer rates against other community colleges in Escambia County and community colleges in Alabama in total.
JDCC | Escambia County | Alabama | |
---|---|---|---|
Graduation Rate | 29.5% | 29.6% | 17.9% |
Transfer-out Rate | 15.5% | 15.5% | 19.7% |
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 1985)
- Find all the other nursing programs in Alabama
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by Jefferson Davis Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
Business and Marketing Studies
- Administrative Assistant (A)
- Commerce
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management
- Bookkeeping
- Real Estate
- Business and Personal Financial Services Marketing Operations
Construction Trades
- Carpentry
- Masonry
- Electrician
Engineering Technology
- Refrigeration Technology (C)
- Industrial Technology (C)
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) (A, C)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Foodservice Administration and Management (C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- EMT & Paramedic
- Home Health Aide
- Nursing Assistant
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Body (C)
- Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology (C)
- Electrical Equipment Installation and Repair
- Gunsmithing
- Locksmithing and Safe Repair
- Auto Mechanic
Personal and Culinary Services
- Barber (C)
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
- Cabinetmaking and Millwork (C)
- Upholstery
- Shoe, Boot and Leather Repair
Science Technology
- Chemical Technology
Security and Protective Services
- Fire Services Administration
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Construction, Heavy Equipment Operation
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Art Studies
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Jefferson Davis Community College.
- Alabama Southern Community College in Monroeville, AL (30 miles away)
- Lurleen B Wallace Community College in Andalusia, AL (31 miles away)
- Bishop State Community College in Mobile, AL (64 miles away)
- John C Calhoun State Community College in Tanner, AL (74 miles away)
- George C Wallace State Community College - Selma in Selma, AL (93 miles away)