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Average
Score: 53/100

Coastal Alabama Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Bay Minette, Alabama 36507
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 26%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
B
65/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

6,791
Total Enrollment
26%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,600
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Coastal Alabama Community College

36% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,465 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$215,870
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,695
1-Year Change
+0.7%
For parents & investors

The Coastal Alabama Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $215,870
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,695/mo — vs ~$622/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 36507 (6.1% cap, Bay Minette)

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🏆 Where Coastal Alabama Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#23
Industrial Technology/Technician
of 29 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,810 $7,620
Room $5,600
Board $5,250
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,930 $29,740

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
49%
Take Out Loans
$8,600
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,037
$30,001 - $48,000$8,468
$48,001 - $75,000$11,551
$75,001 - $110,000$13,166
$110,001+$12,983

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 417 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 200 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 186 grads/yr Industrial Technology/Technician 140 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 116 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 74 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 65 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 54 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 31 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 30 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 22 grads/yr Hospitality Administration/Management, General 21 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 20 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 20 grads/yr Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 12 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 11 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 11 grads/yr Commercial and Advertising Art 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Coastal Alabama Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Industrial engineering technologists and technicians
$65k/yr 74,600 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Student Demographics

6,791
Total Students
60%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)
36%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 5%
Black 23%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 26%
Off-Campus (Renters) 36%
With Family 38%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,465 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 41%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 29%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Coastal Alabama Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Coastal Alabama Community College?
Tuition at Coastal Alabama Community College is $3,810 for in-state students and $7,620 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,600.
What is the graduation rate at Coastal Alabama Community College?
The graduation rate at Coastal Alabama Community College is 26%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Coastal Alabama Community College a good school?
Coastal Alabama Community College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Coastal Alabama Community College?
Coastal Alabama Community College has a total enrollment of 6,791 students.
Is there rental demand near Coastal Alabama Community College?
Yes! Approximately 36% of students at Coastal Alabama Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,465 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Bay Minette area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology