Shelton State Community College
Shelton State Community College is a public 2-year institution in Tuscaloosa, AL. It enrolls about 4,536 students.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 2-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 2-year |
| Location | Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 |
| County | Tuscaloosa County |
| Enrollment | 4,536 |
| Acceptance rate | — |
| Applicants / admitted | — |
| In-state tuition & fees | $5,067 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $8,877 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | — |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 57% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $10,410 |
| Campus setting | City: Midsize |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Associate's degree |
| Website | www.sheltonstate.edu/ |
| Phone | 2053912211 |
| Classification | Historically Black College or University (HBCU) |
Admissions
This institution does not report first-year admission figures to IPEDS, often because admission is open.
Cost
In-state students pay about $5,067 in tuition and required fees; out-of-state students pay $8,877. These are 2023-24 sticker prices for full-time first-year students and exclude housing, food and books. Most students pay less than the sticker price after institutional grants and scholarships.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $10,410 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $10,256 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $10,835 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $13,628 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $13,687 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
A 150% graduation rate is not reported for this institution in the 2023 collection — common for very small, new or specialised institutions.
Where it is
Shelton State Community College is in Tuscaloosa, AL, Tuscaloosa County. Its coordinates are 33.1205, -87.5615.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Shelton State Community College?
Shelton State Community College does not report a selective admission rate to IPEDS; it may have open admission.
How much does Shelton State Community College cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $5,067 for in-state students and $8,877 for out-of-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Shelton State Community College?
About 4,536 students are enrolled.