C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
40/100 · earnings-weighted

J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College

2-Year Public HBCU
📍 Huntsville, Alabama 35811
🌐 https://drakestate.edu/
J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College — tuition $3,810 in-state, $7,620 out-of-state
J. F. Drake State Community and Technical 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 (F) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 11%
Outcomes
F
33/100
Affordability
A+
91/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
D
38/100
Prestige
F
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

1,011
Total Enrollment
11%
Graduation Rate
53%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,736
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near J. F. Drake State Community and Technical 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
$288,853
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,365
1-Year Change
+4.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$28,281
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$27,211
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
14%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
44.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 48th 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.

Earnings by Major at J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants—$71,211+27%#74 of 757#13—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $288,853
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,365/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 35810 (6.6% cap, Huntsville)

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🏆 Where J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College Ranks

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

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Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager
of 8 schools
#28
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
of 48 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
82%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$4,736
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,749
$30,001 - $48,000$5,025
$48,001 - $75,000$6,288
$75,001 - $110,000$7,856

Student Demographics

1,011
Total Students
64%
Women
36%
Traditional Age (18-24)
26%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 24%
Hispanic 11%
Black 55%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 26%
With Family 74%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~262 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 42%
Fully Online 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 36%
25-64 (Adult) 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at J. F. Drake State Community and Technical 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 J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College?
Tuition at J. F. Drake State Community and Technical 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 $4,736.
What is the graduation rate at J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College?
The graduation rate at J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College is 11%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College a good school?
J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (F): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): 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 J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College?
J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College has a total enrollment of 1,011 students.
Is there rental demand near J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 26% of students at J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 262 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Huntsville area.

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