Average

Score: 47/100

Shelton State Community College

2-Year Public HBCU

📍 Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35405

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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: 21%

Outcomes

40/100

Affordability

B+

79/100

Resources

C+

60/100

Experience

32/100

Prestige

23/100

Quick Stats

4,536

Total Enrollment

21%

Graduation Rate

57%

Retention Rate

17.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

$10,410

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Shelton State Community College ▼

51% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,332 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$247,292

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,300

1-Year Change

+3.5%

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For parents & investors

The Shelton State Community College Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $247,292
Avg rent near campus: $1,300/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 35404 (6.6% cap, Tuscaloosa)

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🏆 Where Shelton State Community College Ranks

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

Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager

of 8 schools

Tool and Die Technology/Technician

of 6 schools

#18

Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist

of 24 schools

#20

Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician

of 28 schools

#22

Office Management and Supervision

of 34 schools

#28

Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General

of 62 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

71%

Receive Any Aid

57%

Receive Pell Grants

Take Out Loans

$10,410

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$10,256
$30,001 - $48,000	$10,835
$48,001 - $75,000	$13,628
$75,001 - $110,000	$13,687

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Shelton State Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other

$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Executive secretaries and executive administrative assistants

$74k/yr 502,800 jobs

First-line supervisors of office and administrative support workers

$66k/yr 1,558,400 jobs

Human resources assistants, except payroll and timekeeping

$49k/yr 95,200 jobs

Secretaries and administrative assistants, except legal, medical, and executive

$46k/yr 1,944,000 jobs

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses

$62k/yr 651,400 jobs

Electrical and electronics repairers, commercial and industrial equipment

$71k/yr 61,100 jobs

Semiconductor processing technicians

$51k/yr 31,900 jobs

Student Demographics

4,536

Total Students

60%

Women

59%

Traditional Age (18-24)

51%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 54%

Hispanic 6%

Black 35%

Asian 1%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 51%

With Family 49%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,332 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 28%

Hybrid (Some Online) 37%

Fully Online 36%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 59%

25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Shelton 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 Shelton State Community College?

Tuition at Shelton 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 $10,410.

What is the graduation rate at Shelton State Community College?

The graduation rate at Shelton State Community College is 21%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is Shelton State Community College a good school?

Shelton 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 (B+): 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 Shelton State Community College?

Shelton State Community College has a total enrollment of 4,536 students.

Is there rental demand near Shelton State Community College?

Yes! Approximately 51% of students at Shelton State Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,332 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Tuscaloosa area.

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