Shelton State Community College

Shelton State Community College Overview

Shelton State Community College is a public, state school in the small town setting of Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Shelton State Community College was founded in 1979 and enrolls 5,068 undergrads and no graduate students.

Student Activities at Shelton State Community College

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

Shelton State Community College does not have any greek life opportunties.

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

2022 Shelton 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	$3,690
Out-of-State	$7,380

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Is Shelton State Community College a Good School?

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Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can provide a sense of how selective a school is.

Let's take a closer look at these factors to get a clearer sense of what Shelton State Community College offers and if it seems like a good choice for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Shelton State Community College

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

Around 58% of students who start at Shelton State Community College come back for their second year of 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 Outlook Shelton State Community College Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

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

Tuition and Financial Aid at Shelton 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 Shelton 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 aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

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

Based on this information, how does Shelton State Community College sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Shelton State Community College a good school for you?

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Where is Shelton State Community College Located?

Shelton State Community College is located in the small town setting of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, less than an hour from Birmingham.

If you are interested in seeing Shelton State Community College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 59 to Tuscaloosa, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International.

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

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