Average

Score: 47/100

Overall (traditional)

Outcome Rating

50/100 · earnings-weighted

H Councill Trenholm State Community College

2-Year Public HBCU

📍 Montgomery, Alabama 36108

🌐 www.trenholmstate.edu/

H Councill Trenholm State Community College — tuition $3,810 in-state, $7,620 out-of-state

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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: 17%

Outcomes

36/100

Affordability

88/100

Resources

C+

59/100

Experience

34/100

Prestige

18/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,907

Total Enrollment

17%

Graduation Rate

50%

Retention Rate

16.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

$5,701

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near H Councill Trenholm State Community College ▼

26% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value

$67,741

Avg Monthly Rent

$810

1-Year Change

+8.4%

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Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at H Councill Trenholm State Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$32,183

Median earnings 10 yrs after entry

$28,657

Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

16.1%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

63.7%

Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 63rd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AL wage index 0.78). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

For parents & investors

The H Councill Trenholm State Community College Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $67,741
Avg rent near campus: $810/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 36107 (11.3% cap, Montgomery)

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🏆 Where H Councill Trenholm State Community College Ranks

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

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Graphic Communications, Other

of 4 schools

#11

Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician

of 18 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$3,810	$7,620

Financial Aid

80%

Receive Any Aid

76%

Receive Pell Grants

Take Out Loans

$5,701

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$5,001
$30,001 - $48,000	$6,184
$48,001 - $75,000	$8,073
$75,001 - $110,000	$7,763

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician 64 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 55 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 49 grads/yr Graphic Communications, Other 35 grads/yr General Studies 30 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 29 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 29 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 25 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 19 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 19 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 18 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 13 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 12 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 12 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 11 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 8 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 8 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 5 grads/yr Electrician 5 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from H Councill Trenholm State Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians

$69k/yr 38,300 jobs

Mechanical drafters

$69k/yr 42,900 jobs

Automotive service technicians and mechanics

$50k/yr 805,600 jobs

Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other

$77k/yr 67,300 jobs

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers

$60k/yr 425,200 jobs

Industrial engineering technologists and technicians

$65k/yr 74,600 jobs

Prepress technicians and workers

$47k/yr 26,200 jobs

Printing press operators

$45k/yr 150,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,907

Total Students

63%

Women

52%

Traditional Age (18-24)

26%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 17%

Hispanic 6%

Black 73%

Asian 1%

Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 26%

With Family 74%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~490 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 33%

Hybrid (Some Online) 33%

Fully Online 34%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 52%

25-64 (Adult) 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at H Councill Trenholm State 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 H Councill Trenholm State Community College?

Tuition at H Councill Trenholm State 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 $5,701.

What is the graduation rate at H Councill Trenholm State Community College?

The graduation rate at H Councill Trenholm State Community College is 17%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is H Councill Trenholm State Community College a good school?

H Councill Trenholm State Community College has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (F): 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 H Councill Trenholm State Community College?

H Councill Trenholm State Community College has a total enrollment of 1,907 students.

Is there rental demand near H Councill Trenholm State Community College?

Yes! Approximately 26% of students at H Councill Trenholm State Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 490 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Montgomery area.

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