Bishop State Community College

Bishop State Community College Overview

Bishop State Community College is a public, state school in the urban setting of Mobile, Alabama. Bishop State Community College was founded in 1965 and enrolls 2,176 undergrads and no graduate students.

Student Activities at Bishop State Community College

Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Bishop State Community College's theater groups.

There are no fraternities or sororities at Bishop State Community College, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Bishop State Community College has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Bishop State Community College on the Student Life page.

2022 Bishop State Community College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$3,990
Out-of-State	$7,980

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Is Bishop State Community College a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a clearer look at what Bishop State Community College offers and if it could be a good choice for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Bishop State Community College

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It is a way to measure how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Bishop State Community College Grads

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Check with Bishop State Community College directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Bishop State Community College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

For more information about Bishop State Community College's endowment, check with the school directly. For each full-time student, Bishop State Community College spends about $6,471 a year.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Bishop State Community College

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Bishop State Community College's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Bishop State Community College.

Based on this information, how does Bishop State Community College sound? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Bishop State Community College a good school for you?

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Where is Bishop State Community College Located?

Bishop State Community College is located in the city of Mobile, Alabama.

If you want to see Bishop State Community College for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 65 to Mobile, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Mobile Regional.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Bishop State Community College and Mobile are like without leaving home.

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