Gadsden State Community College

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Accredited

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Open

Enrollment

$4,272

Avg. Tuition

4,728

Total Students

Small Town

Gadsden, AL

Founded 1925

115 acres

About Gadsden State Community College

Gadsden State Community College is a public community college and a designated Historically Black College (HBCU) that offers over 70 academic and technical programs. It focuses on providing accessible education and workforce development through its multiple campuses in Northeast Alabama.

Trade Programs Available

Hvac TechnicianWeldingElectricianAutomotive TechnicianCosmetologyMedical AssistantDental AssistantCdl TrainingCarpentryMassage TherapyPharmacy TechnicianIt Networking

Programs Offered

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Short-term Certificate

Duration: 2 semesters
Tuition: $5,568

Welding Technology

Short-term Certificate

Duration: 2 semesters
Tuition: $5,568

Electrical Technology

Short-term Certificate

Duration: 2 semesters
Tuition: $4,992

Dental Assisting

Certificate

Duration: 3 semesters
Tuition: $7,200

Pharmacy Technician

Certificate

Duration: 12 weeks
Tuition: $0

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
17:1
Hands-On Training
70%
Start Dates
Fall, Spring, Summer
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

17+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Official transcripts
  • Background check for health programs
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $4,272
Books & Supplies $1,600
Equipment Fees $984
Estimated Total $6,856

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • Cardinal Promise
  • Senior Adult Scholarship
  • Start Strong Scholarship
  • Short-Term Credential Scholarship

Graduate Outcomes

53%

Graduation Rate

91%

Job Placement Rate

100%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$34,500

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

Gadsden Regional Medical CenterKoch FoodsHonda Manufacturing of AlabamaWalmart

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available Housing Assistance