Southern Union State Community College

Type	2 year, Public
Campus locale	Rural: Remote
Degrees offered	Undergraduate
Calendar system	Semester

Student body size	Small
Dormitory capacity	460
Student to faculty ratio	18 to 1
Students retention rate	66%
On-time graduation rate	16%

Located in Wadley, Alabama, Southern Union State Community College is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Southern Union State Community College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Southern Union State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Southern Union State Community College is 18-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Alabama is 17-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

While the on-time graduation rate at Southern Union State Community College is reported to be 16%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Alabama state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 51% whereas the national average was 35%.

The student retention rate of 66% at Southern Union State Community College suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.

Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
The institution provides on-campus housing
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In-State Tuition & Fees

$4,860

Cost of attendance at Southern Union State Community College in 2022 for students from Alabama.

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Alabama's average	$10,612
National average	$4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$8,550

Cost of attendance at Southern Union State Community College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Alabama's average	$22,133
National average	$8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 71 of freshman students at Southern Union State Community College received on average $7,708 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$7,708

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	365	46%	$5,514	$2,012,682
Other Federal Grant	365	46%	$5,587	$2,039,182
State Grant/Scholarships	54	7%	$832	$44,935
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	327	41%	$6,945	$2,270,991
Total Grant & Scholarships	565	71%	$7,708	$4,355,108

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Southern Union State Community College students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Southern Union State Community College students is 16.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 21.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 11.3%.

16.4%

African American 14.5% 35 students
white 17.1% 126 students
hispanic 17.1% 6 students
Mixed Race 13.3% 2 students

Athletic Associations

National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)

Service Offerings

Southern Union State Community College provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Southern Union State Community College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic
Occupational
Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training

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