J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College

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Accredited

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Open

Enrollment

$5,130

Avg. Tuition

1,378

Total Students

Urban

Huntsville, AL

Founded 1961

30 acres

About J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College

J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College is a public historically black institution that provides accessible technical and academic education. It offers a variety of associate degrees and certificates designed to meet the workforce needs of Huntsville's high-tech and industrial sectors.

Programs Offered

Registered Nursing

Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 2 years
Tuition: $5,130

Welding Technology

Certificate

Duration: 12-18 months
Tuition: $5,130

Automotive Service Technology

Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 2 years
Tuition: $5,130

Heating and Air Conditioning

Certificate

Duration: 12-18 months
Tuition: $5,130

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
12:1
Hands-On Training
N/A
Start Dates
Fall, Spring, Summer
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

16+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Official transcripts
  • Valid government-issued ID

Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $5,130
Books & Supplies $2,000
Estimated Total $7,130

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • Blue Eagle Ambassador Scholarship
  • Paths for Success Foundation Scholarship
  • Senior Adult Scholarship

Graduate Outcomes

21%

Graduation Rate

N/A

Job Placement Rate

91%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$28,281

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

NASA Marshall Space Flight CenterHuntsville HospitalMazda Toyota Manufacturing

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available