C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
31/100 · earnings-weighted

Talladega College

4-Year Private Non-Profit HBCU
📍 Talladega, Alabama 35160
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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 (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 65%
Outcomes
B+
77/100
Affordability
C
49/100
Resources
D
37/100
Experience
C+
60/100
Prestige
F
25/100

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

837
Total Enrollment
65%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
99%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Talladega College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$32,229
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$22,613
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$28,500
Median debt at graduation
30.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
66.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 88% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 4th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-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 Talladega College

Median pay of bachelor's degree 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
Business Administration, Management and Operations$27,568$45,520-33%#1150 of 1176#1083$26,395
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$39,266-26%#456 of 476#415$27,417

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 Talladega College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $148,740
  • Avg rent near campus: $750/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 35160 (3.9% cap, Talladega)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $12,130 $12,130
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,654 $25,654

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
75%
Receive Pell Grants
75%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

837
Total Students
45%
Women
75%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 5%
Hispanic 8%
Black 78%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 15%
Hybrid (Some Online) 62%
Fully Online 23%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 75%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Talladega College?
Talladega College has an acceptance rate of 99%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Talladega College?
Tuition at Talladega College is $12,130 for in-state students and $12,130 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Talladega College?
The graduation rate at Talladega College is 65%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Talladega College a good school?
Talladega College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): 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 Talladega College?
Talladega College has a total enrollment of 837 students. Most students (75%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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