
Individuals looking to improve their earning potential or start a new career should check out John C Calhoun State Community College. It is located in quiet Tanner, Alabama.
John C Calhoun is part of the Alabama Community College System. The college aims to offer quality education that is affordable. At the college you will find Alabama Robotics Technology Park, a partnership with AIDT.
The school is home to around 11,500 students and offers 49 associate degree programs. The Decatur campus is 110 acres. Faculty are well trained and are experts in their field. Most faculty have their master's degree, and approximately 15 percent have a doctorate. The cost of tuition for Alabama residents is $3,270.
John C Calhoun offers a weekend program that allows individuals to earn their Associate’s degree in business or administration. This program can be completed in just two years and your degree can be used to transfer to a four-year institute.
The college provides many outstanding student services. An emerging scholars program is offered that aids exceptional students. Tutoring services are also provided which help students to succeed in academic areas they made need extra work in. Assistance is provided for students with disabilities. No matter your needs, John C Calhoun State Community College will work with you to ensure that you get a quality education that will make you proud and improve your career.Student success is the top priority. Every effort is made to offer assistance to individuals to help them reach their goals.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $5,400. 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 | |
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Any Financial Aid | 82% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 66% | $4,940 |
Receiving Student Loans | 29% | $4,560 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, John C Calhoun State Community College may provide services like:
- Online course work available
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for Calhoun Community College compared to community colleges in Alabama, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.
Calhoun Community College | Limestone County | Alabama | |
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Graduation Rate | 13.3% | - | 17.9% |
Transfer-out Rate | 15.5% | - | 19.7% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1973)
- 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 1972)
- Find all the other nursing programs in Alabama
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1981)
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 John C Calhoun State 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
- Horticulture (C)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (A, C)
Construction Trades
- Carpentry (C)
- Masonry (C)
- Electrician (A)
Engineering Technology
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care (A, C)
Health and Clinical Professions
Legal Professions and Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Military Technology
- Munitions Systems and Ordinance Technology (A)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
- Salon Management (C)
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science
Visual and Performing Arts
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to John C Calhoun State Community College.
- Bishop State Community College in Mobile, AL (10 miles away)
- James H Faulkner State Community College in Bay Minette, AL (29 miles away)
- Jefferson Davis Community College in Brewton, AL (74 miles away)
- Alabama Southern Community College in Monroeville, AL (77 miles away)
- Pearl River Community College in Poplarville, MS (79 miles away)