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General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 005697
- Phone: (205) 665-6155
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
92%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,271Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Northwest Shoals Community College – Muscle Shoals
Station 6001, Montevallo, AL
Northwest Shoals Community College in Muscle Shoals, Alabama offers the benefits of a small college. It provides technical, academic, and lifelong educational opportunities. Its mission is to improve the quality of life in Northwest Alabama. The college achieves this by helping individuals get on track for a successful career in their occupation of choice through academic and hands on learning.
Northwest-Shoals Community College is a public institution of higher learning that offers vocational and academic training for the northwest Alabama Region. It is a member of the Alabama College System. It was chartered in 1963 and is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Academic programs are offered in child development, computer information systems, welding, English, and nursing. Students who complete their associate’s degree can transfer to a four year institute in Alabama.
The college offers many outstanding services that improve the lives of students. Tutoring services are offered to offer the help that some students need. Child care is also offered to parents who are attending school. Outstanding career services are offered that work with you to find a job in your field upon graduation.
Tuition for Alabama residents is $109 per credit. Out-of-state residents pay $216 per credit hour. Northwest-Shoals Community College achieves its mission of offering affordable education of residents of northwest Alabama.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Northwest Shoals Community College – Muscle Shoals accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $7,500. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $3,900-$4,700
- Out-of-State: $7,900-$9,432
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $130-$160 per unit
- Out-of-State: $260-$310 per unit
- May offer prepaid tuition rates, allowing tuition to be purchased at current rates for future enrollment.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 92% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 87% | $4,930 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 18% | $4,558 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Northwest Shoals Community College – Muscle Shoals may provide student services like those listed below:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Day care for children
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Northwest Shoals Community College – Muscle Shoals by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (C)
Construction Trades
- Carpentry (C)
- Electrician (C)
Engineering Technology
- CAD (A, C)
- Recycling Technology
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care (A, C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Nursing (A)
- EMT and Paramedic (A, C)
- Medical Assistant (A, C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (C)
- Industrial Mechanics (A, C)
- Auto Body (C)
- Industrial Electronics Technology (A)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
Precision Production
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Northwest Shoals Community College – Muscle Shoals.
- J F Drake State Technical College in Florence, AL (63 miles away)
- Wallace State Community College - Hanceville in Dothan, AL (69 miles away)
- Bevill State Community College in Daphne, AL (77 miles away)
- Jackson State Community College in Jacksboro, TN (89 miles away)
- Motlow State Community College in Morristown, TN (90 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 005697
- Phone: (205) 665-6155
- School Homepage